Manchester United all-time goal scorer Wayne Rooney has described Chelsea, Arsenal, and Barcelona target Nico Williams as exceptional, comparing him to a young Ronaldo.
Spain’s Euro 2024 contender, Williams has generated interest from teams because of his impressive performances.
Williams’ Impact at Euro 2024
The 22-year-old football star from Athletic Bilbao has played a significant role in helping Spain reach the final against England.
Wayne Rooney mentioned Williams’ fearlessness and how he seemed to love playing the game, especially thinking back of his own experience in Euro 2004.
He stressed that England should be “really careful” with Williams, stating that he is dangerous on the wings and in the one-on-one situations.
‘Williams, for me, is exceptional. He reminds me of Cristiano Ronaldo when Cristiano was young he said according to reports from Metro.
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Wayne Rooney’s Praise For Williams
Rooney specifically applauded Williams’ physicality, decision making and goal scoring, describing him as an ‘incredible threat’ in one on one situations and a ‘goalscoring’ player.
With Chelsea and Arsenal battling for the signature of the youngster against Barcelona, Barca legend Andres Iniesta has however expressed his desire to see Williams move to the Spanish champions.
Iniesta said, “His signing for Barcelona would give the club another level. ”They state that Barcelona is leading the race to sign Williams, who had a great season for Athletic Bilbao, and people eagerly look forward to him joining the team.
