Arsenal are willing to pay £51m for Nico Williams but face competition from PSG

Football London has reported that Arsenal are willing to activate Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams' £51m release clause to sign him in the summer. transfer window.

However, the report, citing Football Transfers, adds that Paris Saint-Germain are also in the fight for the La Liga winger and could have an “advantage” over the Gunners in a bid to sign Williams.

Luis Enrique knows the forward personally, as he trained him during his time with the Spanish team, including the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

The Bilbao star's numbers of eight goals and 17 assists in 37 La Liga games this season have not gone unnoticed and earned him a nomination for the La Liga Young Player of the Season award.

The Ligue 1 team, according to Football London, has 'designated' Williams as a replacement for real MadridKylian Mbappé is linked and will be able to comfortably pay the asking price.

Arsenal would look to add competition to Bukayo Saka on the right wing and I see Williams as a suitable and dynamic option for the wing, with the ability to also play on the left wing.

PSG could ruin Arsenal's deal for Williams

Paris Saint-Germain has a virtually unlimited transfer budget and can offer Williams a starting role, something that would not be done at Arsenal as he will be competing with Saka.

Furthermore, the Gunners may not be willing to enter into a bidding war with PSG over the Spanish international's wages as they prepare other transfers for the summer.

Mikel ArtetaThe team has been inclined to sign a left back, a midfielder and a forward. With a backup winger not a priority, the Gunners may be reluctant to spend too much on players like Williams.

Unless Arsenal can convince Williams to accept a lower salary and role in the team, the Spaniard may be tempted to opt for a move to PSG this summer.