Report: Tottenham ready to meet asking price for “frightening” forward earning £300,000+ per week

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly prepared to activate Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams’ £50 million release clause in a bid to rescue their season, according to Fichajes.net.

A 2-1 defeat at home to Leicester City on January 26 marked Spurs’ 13th loss of the Premier League season, sparking chants of “Levy Out” from frustrated fans.

Chairman Daniel Levy has faced criticism for limited transfer activity during an injury crisis that has cast doubt over Ange Postecoglou’s future as manager.

Postecoglou was eager to bolster his attacking options this month, targeting Randal Kolo Muani. However, Paris Saint-Germain opted to loan the French forward to Juventus.

So far, Czech goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, signed from Sparta Prague for £12.5 million, remains Tottenham’s sole January acquisition.

Tottenham Ready to Trigger Williams’ Clause

Currently sitting 15th in the Premier League after 23 games, Spurs are enduring their worst campaign in the competition’s history.

Desperate for a turnaround, Levy remains supportive of Postecoglou and is reportedly ready to pay £50 million for Williams.

The 22-year-old has impressed under Ernesto Valverde at Athletic Bilbao this season, tallying three goals and five assists in 29 appearances across competitions.

Known for his electrifying pace and skill, Williams stood out at the European Championships last summer, earning praise from BBC Sport’s John Bennett:

“Nico Williams is player of the tournament for me. Absolutely frightening when he’s on full flow.”

Despite interest from Barcelona after Euro 2024, Williams, who earns a reported £300,000 per week, chose to remain with his boyhood club.

Arsenal have also shown interest and are reportedly prepared to meet his release clause, suggesting a potential North London battle for the 24-cap Spain international.

Tottenham appear motivated by both short-term and long-term considerations in their pursuit of Williams. Son Heung-min, now 32, has struggled for form this season.

Although the club recently triggered a one-year extension on Son’s contract, Spurs are clearly planning for life beyond their South Korean star as they seek to revitalize their attacking options.