Recently, "Marca" interpreted the official statement of Athletic Bilbao against Barcelona's intention to sign Nico Williams. The former believes that Barcelona does not currently have the conditions to sign new players.

Athletic Bilbao confirmed through an official statement that action has begun to respond to Barcelona's growing interest in Nico Williams. At a meeting in Madrid this Wednesday, Athletic Bilbao chairman Jon Uriat held talks with La Liga president Tebas to discuss Barcelona's financial situation and its actual ability to sign in the summer transfer market.

Athletic Bilbao quoted Laporta in a sarcastic way in the statement: "Everyone takes care of his own affairs" and titled it: "Athletic Bilbao takes care of his own affairs: Meet La Liga". The club confirmed that the meeting was held at its request and was in compliance with financial fairness policies. The specific reason for the meeting was that the club was concerned about Barcelona sports director Deco publicly expressed his interest in active player Nico Williams, whose contract will last until June 30, 2027.

These remarks, coupled with the statement that Barcelona chairman Laporta admitted that the team is "working to achieve the 1:1 rule", imply that Barcelona has not yet met the requirement of signing new players for free. Athletic Bilbao stressed that their goal is to "manage your own business", that is, to ensure that all clubs can comply with the rules of the game equally and not allow any violations, especially when it comes to players with contracts.

In an official statement, Athletic Bilbao thanked La Liga for its "cooperation and transparency" during the meeting and reiterated that it will "resolutely defend its own interests within the framework of laws and regulations." This move shows Athletic Bilbao's firm protection of its sports assets and reminds league management to ensure transparency and impartiality in the transfer market. The statement also detailed the meeting with La Liga, including the presence of La Liga President Tebas and club chairman Jon Uriat, and thanked the "Luxury League for its cooperative attitude to safeguard the interests of all clubs".