Despite Premier League sides being among his admirers, Barcelona and Bayern Munich are emerging as more plausible destinations if Nico Williams leaves Athletic Club. Arsenal and Chelsea have somewhat cooled their pursuit, and that increases the chances of others in the frame stepping up their interest.

Rafael Leão, Nico Williams, Bradley Barcola and Eberechi Eze are among Bayern Munich's potential targets, sources told ESPN.

Barcelona and Bayern Munich are locked in a transfer tug-of-war for Athletic Club’s highly sought-after winger Nico Williams. According to Foot Mercato, the Spanish champions are confident they can beat their German counterparts in the race to sign Williams.