The Athletic FC Podcast Ornstein transfer latest: Nico Williams, Ekitike, Osimhen
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Jun 18, 2025 Joining the discussion are David Ornstein, a leading football correspondent, and Seb Stafford-Bloor, an expert on German football. They analyze the intense competition for Nico Williams, now leaning towards Barcelona or Bayern Munich. The duo also examines Hugo Ekitike’s promising performances and Manchester United's potential interest. Lastly, they unpack the complex negotiations around Victor Osimhen, who remains a hot topic among top clubs amid shifting market dynamics. A whirlwind of insights on the evolving transfer landscape!
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Nico Williams' Transfer Shift
- Nico Williams' likely destinations have shifted towards Barcelona and Bayern Munich recently.
- Premier League clubs like Arsenal and Chelsea appear to be cooling their interest due to various factors.
Bayern's Cautious Approach
- Bayern Munich are not confident about signing Nico Williams but remain interested.
- Bayern face complications due to existing wide forward contracts and failed signings like Florian Wirtz.
Arsenal and Chelsea Cool Interest
- Arsenal and Chelsea are cooling interest in Nico Williams for multiple complex reasons.
- Both clubs are exploring alternative targets and prioritizing other positions like number nine strikers.