Nico Williams Reveals Arsenal Player Who Convinced Him to Join the Club – Not Saka or Martinelli

In a major transfer breakthrough, Arsenal has officially secured the signing of Spanish winger Nico Williams, marking the first transfer under the club’s new sporting director, Andrea Berta.

The Athletic Club star had been linked with several top European clubs, but he has now committed his future to the Gunners, thanks to the influence of a key Arsenal player.

Williams, 21, revealed that he was initially hesitant to accept the move due to the circumstances surrounding the transfer. However, he admitted that one particular Arsenal player personally persuaded him to make the switch. While many would assume that Bukayo Saka or Gabriel Martinelli played a role in the move, Williams clarified that neither of them was responsible for convincing him.

“If not for this particular Arsenal player that convinced me to accept this move, I couldn’t have joined because of the circumstances surrounding the transfer,” Williams stated in an exclusive interview. “But this particular Arsenal player begged me to come.”

The identity of this mystery player has not yet been officially revealed, but speculation suggests that it could be someone with close ties to Williams, possibly a Spanish-speaking teammate like Gabriel Jesus or a former La Liga star such as Martin Ødegaard.

Williams’ arrival is a statement of intent from Arsenal as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. With his blistering pace, dribbling ability, and creativity on the wings, he is expected to provide strong competition for Saka and Martinelli, further enhancing Arsenal’s attacking options.

The move also signals a strong start for Andrea Berta, who recently took over as Arsenal’s sporting director. The former Atlético Madrid chief has wasted no time in making an impact, securing one of Europe’s most promising wingers as his first signing.

As Arsenal fans eagerly await the club’s official announcement and further details on the transfer, the revelation of the player who played a crucial role in convincing Williams is sure to generate excitement.

With the Gunners aiming for a strong Premier League and Champions League campaign next season, Williams’ signing could be a game-changer for Mikel Arteta’s squad.