Man United can sign Euros 2024 sensational winger for £42 million this summer as Michael Olise alternative

Man United can sign Euros 2024 sensational winger for £42 million this summer as Michael Olise alternative

The whole of Spain must be smiling after the performances of Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams so far in Euro 24.

Williams has frightened Croatia and Italy as the Iberian side has solidly established themselves as the team of the tournament thus far, with 16-year-old wonderkid Lamine Yamal on the other wing.

But Bilbao may lose out to Spain in this deal, as fichajes.net reports, and the Basque club is already preparing for a rush to sign the 21-year-old this summer.

Williams’ meager €50 million (£42 million) release clause has been frequently linked to United, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Bayern Munich.

Europe’s elite will probably find it obvious to activate the release clause at that price and based on his performance thus far at the Euros.

Fichajes say that Williams’ “ridiculous clause” is making “Athletic Club fans fear the worst.”

“Teams from the Premier League, Serie A and Bundesliga have shown interest in the young prodigy, recognizing his potential to become a global star,” they continue.

“The combination of his youth, technical skills and international experience makes him an ideal candidate for any elite team.”

Whether United remain one of those Premier League teams is unclear.

One of Williams’ greatest assets is that he is equally adept on both wings, being employed more often on the right by Bilbao.

With more pressing matters on the agenda, including a centre back, central midfielder and striker, the Red Devils might consider it a luxury to move for a player whose position can be covered by Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, Antony and Amad Diallo.

However, the likely departures of both Jadon Sancho and Mason Greenwood may leave United feeling they do need an extra body on the flanks, especially with the abhorrent form of Rashford and Antony last term.