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Nico Williams

Nico Williams is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a winger for Athletic Club and the Spain national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Nico Williams is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a winger for Athletic Club and the Spain national team. Born in Pamplona on 12 July 2002, he is known for his pace and dribbling and has become a prominent figure in Spanish football.

Early life

Nico Williams was born in Pamplona, Navarre, Spain, on 12 July 2002. He is the younger brother of fellow footballer Iñaki Williams.

Club career

Williams came through Athletic Club's system and established himself in the first team as a winger. He has remained with the club under a long-term contract extension announced in July 2025, a 10-year deal that keeps him at Athletic Club until 2035.

International career

Williams represents Spain at senior international level. He played a major role in Spain's UEFA Euro 2024 triumph, including scoring in the final and being named Player of the Match.

Playing style

He is usually deployed on the left wing, where his right foot, speed, and one-on-one dribbling make him effective in transition and in wide attacks.

Key facts

  • Nico Williams is a Spanish international and Athletic Club first-team player primarily used as a left winger.
  • He is widely recognized for his pace and dribbling ability.
  • He helped Spain win UEFA Euro 2024 and was named Player of the Match in the final.
  • Athletic Club announced a contract renewal in July 2025 that keeps him at the club until 2035.
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Canadian context

Nico Williams is of interest to Canadian readers through global soccer coverage, particularly UEFA competitions and transfer reporting involving major European clubs.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nico Williams?
Nico Williams is a Spanish professional footballer who plays for Athletic Club and the Spain national team.
How old is Nico Williams?
He was born on 12 July 2002, which makes him 24 years old as of July 2026.
What position does Nico Williams play?
He primarily plays as a winger, usually on the left side, and is sometimes described as a forward.
Which team does Nico Williams play for?
He plays for Athletic Club, also known as Athletic Bilbao.
What is Nico Williams's height?
He is listed at 1.81 m, or 5 ft 11 in.
What is the latest Nico Williams transfer news?
The latest widely reported development is that he renewed his Athletic Club contract in July 2025 through 2035, with a reported release clause of around €90 million. That renewal reduced immediate transfer speculation.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nico_Williams
    Supports: Date of birth, full name, club, position, and July 2025 contract renewal / reported release clause
  2. Athletic Club — https://www.athletic-club.eus/en/players/nicholas-williams-arthuer/
    Supports: Club identity, player name, birth date, and official player profile
  3. The Coaches' Voice — https://learning.coachesvoice.com/cv/nico-williams-athletic-bilbao/
    Supports: Playing position, left-wing usage, speed, dribbling, and Euro 2024 role
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/312146/nico-williams
    Supports: Height, club, position, and birth date
  5. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/nico-williams/profil/spieler/709187
    Supports: Main position, club, height, and contract information
  6. Sky Sports — https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13345170/nico-williams-the-rise-of-athletic-bilbao-and-spain-winger-who-could-be-set-for-the-premier-league-this-summer
    Supports: Transfer speculation and Premier League-linked rumors