Nico Williams recently won the FIFA World Cup with Spain -Credit:Eurasia Sport Images, Getty ImagesFélix Tainta has offered an update on Nico Williams’ future at Athletic Club. The 24-year-old winger was strongly linked with a transfer to Arsenal last summer when Andrea Berta was charged with strengthening the attack, but any prospect of completing a deal was dashed when he opted to sign a new long-term contract at the San Mames Stadium.football.london understands that the Gunners were previously interested in acquiring Williams, with Mikel Arteta reportedly an admirer. However, when the Spain international extended his stay in the Basque Country until June 2035, Arsenal shifted their focus to Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke, whom they signed from Crystal Palace and Chelsea, respectively, for a combined £116 million ($156.6 million).Leandro Trossard has since departed the Gunners to join Besiktas, leaving a significant void on the left wing. It is understood that the Arsenal manager is looking to replace the 31-year-old and reinforce his attacking options, with Christos Tzolis having recently signed for $45.3 million.Donald Trump sparks outrage with Harry Kane World Cup commentsArgentina World Cup Final red card rescinded, face potential FIFA disciplinary action -Credit:Juan Manuel Serrano Arce, Getty ImagesAt present, it remains uncertain whether the Gunners will revive their interest in Williams, but his agent has seemingly kept the door ajar for a potential transfer. Speaking recently to Spanish outlet Radioestadio Noche, Tainta declined to rule out a departure from Athletic Club this summer.As quoted by Sport Witness, Williams’ agent said: “Right now, stay calm. We need to stay calm; let him enjoy himself and disconnect from soccer. What is meant to happen will happen. Stay calm and relaxed.”Meanwhile, Arsenal have broadened their search for a new wide player. football.london understands that the Gunners recently reached out to RB Leipzig to inquire about the availability of Yan Diomande.Arsenal are believed to be among a number of clubs pursuing the 19-year-old winger, whose deal at the Red Bull Arena runs through June 2030. While Diomande is thought to prefer a switch to Paris Saint-Germain, that club has yet to meet the asking price of £94 million ($125.2 million).football.london understands that Liverpool are also interested in the Ivorian, having seen a bid worth £85 million ($113.2 million) rejected earlier this summer. The Gunners have requested to be kept in the loop regarding the circumstances of any potential move for Diomande.To listen to the latest episode of ‘All Out Soccer’ – CLICK HEREBradley Barcola, Mika Godts, and Kerim Alajbegovic are also reportedly on Arsenal’s radar. The Gunners have had a relatively quiet start to the transfer window, despite Arteta’s calls for a ‘very ambitious, very fast and very smart’ summer.Back in May, following the UEFA Champions League Final, the Spaniard expressed his ambition to take Arsenal
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