Revealed: Why Barcelona failed to sign Nico Williams as club failed to give 'guarantees' to Athletic Club star

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Barcelona failed to sign Nico Williams from Athletic Club because they could not guarantee completing his registration in time for the new season.

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Barcelona pursued Williams all summer
Winger initially agreed to move
Ended up staying at Athletic Club

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