According to the news from the Spanish media Catalunya Ràdio, since Nico Williams has chosen to sign a long - term contract extension with Athletic Bilbao, the door of Barcelona to Nico is forever closed.
The Spanish media stated that Barcelona had no knowledge of Nico's renewal before at all, and they also learned about this news from the official announcement. They felt that there were obstacles to the deal after preparing to draft the transfer agreement.
Additionally, it was Nico's side that took the initiative to propose joining Barcelona. Now, the door of Barcelona is forever closed to him.