Bayern Munich Faces Williams Rejection, Intensifies Barcola Pursuit

Munich, Germany – FC Bayern Munich faces a setback in its pursuit of Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams, who has reportedly declined their offer in favor of a move to FC Barcelona. Sources indicate that Williams is keen on joining the Catalan giants, who are currently negotiating with Bilbao over the player's €63 million release clause, focusing on the payment structure. In light of Williams' decision, Bayern Munich is intensifying its efforts to secure other targets for the left-wing position. Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain remains a primary candidate, despite the complexities of a potential deal given his current contract with PSG. Barcola was a key player for PSG last season, though he did not consistently start. The Bavarian club is also maintaining contact with the representatives of other notable wingers, including Cody Gakpo, Kaoru Mitoma, and Rafael Leao, as they continue to explore options to strengthen their offensive line during the current transfer window.