Athletic Bilbao president Jon Uriarte is hopeful of securing Nico Williams to a new deal.

The Spain striker is on the shopping lists of Barcelona, Liverpool and Aston Villa.

But Uriarte said, "We trust that Nico will find the project attractive and we think that's how it's going to be.

"His family is loyal to Athletic, it is the best for his career. As for possible rumours, we have no idea."

He also stated: "It is a very recurring theme, from Bilbao we have peace of mind.

“We want an attractive project for Nico and other players, as with another puppy Unai Gómez, whom we have renewed this week (until 2028)."