Speaking in an interview with SPORT, Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has responded to the speculations linking him with top La Liga clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona.

Nico, 21, has emerged as one of the most exciting, young forwards in La Liga and has caught the attention of top clubs in Spain and outside with his performances.

What makes him an even more appealing prospect is the fact that his contract with Athletic expires at the end of the season.

Recent reports have suggested that Nico will be signing a new contract with the Basque club, but nothing has been made official as of yet.

Amidst that, the winger was asked about the links with two of the biggest clubs in the world in Real Madrid and Barcelona, along with teams in the Premier League.

In response, Nico did not give much away and stated that he has made up his mind and that interest in him is only proof that he is doing the right things on the pitch.

“The fact that big teams like Barça, Madrid or clubs in England are looking at me means that I’m doing my job well. I’m clear about the decision I want to make, but in the end it’s something that my representatives, who have been with me since I was 11 years old, are in charge of,” Nico said.

“And there are my parents, my brother. We’ll see, but I’m very calm and I want to stay that way.”

Further elaborating on his future, the Spaniard added: “It will be everyone’s decision, it’s not just me. There is also my family, my friends, my representatives…. It’s not just a question of me, because in the end the family is very important to me and plays a decisive role in this decision.”

It seems unlikely that Real Madrid could consider going after Nico’s signing in case he signs a new contract with Athletic Club, especially considering that they are also eyeing moves for the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.