Ernesto Valverde says he has no idea when Nico Williams will return

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·8 March 2026

Uncertainty surrounds Nico Williams’ return at Athletic, and Ernesto Valverde has declined to put a date on it.

According to El Correo, no one at the club is willing to name a day, and Valverde said he has no idea about a timetable.

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The head coach avoided setting expectations, keeping the situation open.

The club’s stance is to avoid committing to any schedule for Williams’ comeback.

For now, there is no target date and no further guidance.

Source: El Correo