Barcelona held talks with Nico Williams’ agent on Friday where it was made clear that the Athletic Bilbao winger is keen to play for the Catalan club. Arsenal and Chelsea both have long-standing interest in Williams and have considered a move for the Spain international this summer.

Nico Williams is the leading transfer target for Arsenal this summer as the Gunners look to sign a winger.Mikel Arteta is keen to sign a left-winger this summer and Williams is the focus for the

Arsenal are considering a move for Athletic Bilbao and Spain winger Nico Williams, 22. (Sun) However, Williams has already been given permission to move to Bayern Munich after they met his release clause. (Sky Germany) Elsewhere, the Gunners have also asked Ajax about their Netherlands central defender Jorrel Hato, 19. (Mail)