An insight into the bizarre way in which Barcelona learned of the decision of chief transfer target Nico Williams to reject the club has been forthcoming.All associated with Barcelona, of course,

Athletic Bilbao says Spain winger Nico Williams has agreed to long-term deal that will keep him at the Basque club through 2035.

The Catalan club were rebuffed by Athletic Club last summer and had to compete with Bayern Munich for the winger.