,Reports have claimed that Arsenal have ‘put money on the table’ for the Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams.

The 21-year-old has banged in seven goals and grabbed 16 assists in 34 appearances for Athletic Bilbao this season across all fronts and is a player that is attracting some of the games biggest clubs.

It is no secret that Mikel Arteta is looking to add some more quality to his attack when the transfer window opens up and is keen to bolster his squad with another winger – to help cove injuries etc.

Now According to Spanish publication AS  Arsenal have put the money on the table, ‘both for the club and for the player.’

It remains to be seen what the outcome is as it is known his preferred club is Barcelona. However, the Spanish giants will need to sell players first before sanctioning a transfer.

However – Charlie Watts suggests that the Arsenal signing of Nico Williams this summer could disrupt the squad- he was quoted on the SUN: ‘For Arsenal to immediately make him one of the highest earners would be a risk, because it could unsettle the squad a bit, especially if he were to come in and suddenly be earning more than some of the experienced players who have been at the club for a while.

‘So all that sort of thing has to be taken into account when it comes to potential deals.’

IcFootballnews View…

The numbers from Williams are amazing – the lad is amazing and under the guidance of Mikel Arteta – he could develop into a class winger. But adding another winger to the ARSENAL side on a massive wage could upset the feeling at the Emirates – as everyone believes they have a chance to play every week.

Adding another winger to the side with so many already at the club – that could cause issues.