Arsenal will need to provide a substantial salary to Athletic Club winger Nico Williams if they aim to bring him to the Premier League. The Gunners are among several clubs interested in Williams, who has performed well in La Liga and Euro 2024. According to The Athletic, they are ready to match the player’s release clause this January. However, persuading the 22-year-old to leave the Basque club for a move to north London will be challenging. Williams is expected to demand high wages, potentially making him one of the highest-paid players in Europe. Due to the differing tax rates between Spain and England, Arsenal may have to offer over £300,000 per week to meet his expectations. Williams has been a key player for Athletic Club this season, contributing two goals and five assists in La Liga and the Europa League, which has helped his team reach fourth place in the Spanish league and second in the continental competition.
