He was a summer target: attacking star still on Bayern Munich’s radar | OneFootball

Last summer, FC Bayern did everything possible to lure a top star for their attack to Munich. Even though the attempt failed, he apparently remains a topic at FCB.

Nico Williams was long considered the preferred solution for the left wing at FC Bayern. Despite intense talks with the player’s camp, the Spanish international decided to stay at his home club Athletic Bilbao and extended his contract until 2035.

But the Williams chapter is not closed for the Munich side. According to the Spanish portal Fijaches, the 23-year-old remains on the record champions’ radar – and a renewed attempt in the summer of 2026 could come into focus.

After Williams’ rejection, Bayern responded with a spectacular transfer: for around 75 million euros, they secured the services of Luis Díaz from Liverpool FC. The Colombian has made a perfect start and has already recorded six scorer points in his first five competitive matches.

This makes him the undisputed starter on the left side at the moment, delivering week after week reasons why the high transfer fee was justified. Nevertheless, the sporting management is already looking ahead.

Will FC Bayern make another move for Nico Williams?

The considerations on the Isar are closely linked to the personnel planning in attack. Nicolas Jackson is only on loan from Chelsea FC, even though Bayern secured a purchase option. Whether the 24-year-old will stay in Munich long-term remains open.

There’s also the situation of Serge Gnabry. The German international’s contract expires at the end of the season. While the 30-year-old is currently in top form (five scorer points in four games), no decision has yet been made regarding an extension. Should Gnabry leave and Jackson not be signed permanently, there would quickly be a need on the wing again – and Williams could once again come into focus.

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Nico Williams remains one of the most sought-after wingers in Europe. Last summer, alongside FC Bayern, FC Barcelona and other top clubs were also vying for the quick attacker. With his decision for Bilbao, he sent a clear signal – but the Basque is likely to remain interesting for top clubs in the medium term.

Especially intriguing: According to information from Fijaches, Williams is fundamentally open to a move abroad, despite his contract extension.

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