Barcelona has a top priority for Nico Williams' transfer, official bid is expected

Nico Williams may be the next reinforcement for Barcelona, as the Catalan club is considering his transfer from the Athletic Club.

According to journalist Jota Jordi on El Chiringuito de Yugones, Barca sees 22-year-old as a serious option for the offensive department.

“Nico Williams is Barcelona's main target. It is not just an alternative, the club highly appreciates its profile and the way it adapts to the game style”, Jordy said.

He added that in the coming weeks there may be concrete steps towards an agreement between parties, reports Telegraph, broadcast Periscope.

Barca had earlier been reported to have removed Williams from the list because of a lack of funds and strong competition in the attack.

However, with the return of interest, the situation has changed, and an offer can be concrete soon.

The player's release clause is 58m euros -- a amount that may challenge Barcelona's finances, but not completely excluded. /Periscope