In light of the fierce competition to strengthen Saudi clubs with prominent names, reports have revealed serious moves by several top teams in the Roshan League aimed at signing Spanish star Nico Williams, the winger from Athletic Bilbao, during the current summer transfer window.

Williams has garnered significant attention within Saudi Arabia after delivering impressive performances with his Spanish club and national team, which has attracted the eyes of club officials and observers in the Kingdom for months, according to sources from the newspaper.

The 21-year-old player is considered a strategic target for clubs looking to enhance their attacking lines, in line with the successes achieved by many global stars in the Saudi league recently.

Williams' contract with Bilbao extends until 2027, containing a release clause estimated at 60 million euros. Despite the hefty financial requirement, some Saudi teams believe that the deal is feasible with support from investors and sponsors.

However, Saudi clubs are not the only ones vying for the young winger's signature, as both Barcelona and Arsenal have entered the race to acquire the player, with the newspaper confirming that his agent was recently in Barcelona to discuss offers.

Saudi football officials are relying on massive financial incentives and a developed competitive environment to convince Williams to wear the jersey of one of the Roshan League teams instead of embarking on a new experience in European leagues.