In a recent turn of events, it has come to light that Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on Athletic Club’s Nico Williams as a potential replacement for Vinicius Jr., should the Br azilian make an unexpected exit this summer.
In fact, according to reports from Fichajes, the club is prepared to offer as much as €65 million for the Spanish winger if the need arises.
While Real Madrid are confident that Vinicius will continue to lead their attack alongside Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham, they are also aware that football can be unpredictable.
The possibility of a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia cannot be ruled out, and the club wants to ensure they have a contingency plan in place. In this scenario, Nico Nico has emerged as a serious candidate to step in.
The 22-year-old has been in sensational form for both Athletic Club and the Spanish national team this season.
His recent performance against the Netherlands further cemented his reputation, drawing praise from fans an analysts.
Nico possesses exceptional dribbling skills, blistering pace, and a fearless approach in attack—qualities that make him an attractive option for Real Madrid’s sporting management.
Currently, a move for Nico doesn’t seem necessary, as he primarily operates on the left wing, the same position as Vinicius.
However, if the Br azilian were to leave, his €62 million release clause would make him a financially viable target for Europe’s elite clubs.
Crucially, the player’s entourage is open to the idea of joining Real Madrid, seeing it as a step up in his career. However, time is of the essence.
If Los Blancos don’t act swiftly, other top clubs—most notably Barcelona—could enter the race. For now, Nico remains firmly on Real Madrid’s radar, but his potential move depends entirely on Vinicius Jr.’s future at the club.