According to Marca, Nico Williams decided to renew his contract with Athletic Bilbao until 2035 and rejected Barcelona's invitation. The Pamplona-born winger has determined his future through a ten-year contract and liquidated damages increase, which has made Bilbao happy, but it also means they cannot get the previous 62 million euros termination from Barcelona.

Osasuna also breathed a sigh of relief as they feared losing key players such as Aimal Oros, Moncayola, Herlando or Jesus Areso. These players could be targets at Athletic Bilbao, although it is not yet certain whether Areso will stay. For Athletic Bilbao, it would be a fantastic week if it could complete Nico's contract renewal and Areso's joining at the same time. However, it is reported that Areso may also choose to renew his contract with Osasuna.

Ultimately, the situation in the transfer market remains to be seen, but Osasuna seems to be more at ease because it avoids a "chain reaction" which is due to the lack of action at the moment of Athletic Bilbao.