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Out in cup Williams (thigh) will miss Wednesday's clash with Rubi due to a thigh injury, Athletic announced.

Impact Williams is set for at least one match on the sideline due to the thigh issue. The winger is tough to replace in the starting XI, though Alex Berenguer is one option to get the start on the wing for as long as Williams is left sidelined.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against Valencia Williams assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Valencia.

Impact Williams assisted Oscar de Marcos for the opener in the 32nd minute. He completed three dribbles but was unable to have further impact on the game and was replaced by Alex Berenguer in the 70th minute.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

¡DE MARCOS hace rugir a la Catedral 🦁! #shorts

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Registers team-leading nine crosses Nico Williams had one shot (one on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Williams was expected to be out for multiple weeks but returned quicker than anticipated, playing against Barcelona on Sunday and registering a team-high of nine crosses. However, it was not his season-high, as he notched 11 crosses the matches before. The attacker continues to be a normal starter for Athletic and will stay in that role as long as he remains healthy.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Started against Barcelona Nico Williams had one shot (one on target), nine crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Barcelona.

Impact Williams made a quicker recovery than expected, starting against Barcelona Sunday. He's started all seven games played for the team, recording two assists already, which is only two away from his season total from last campaign. The midfielder also has 35 crosses (13 accurate) and 14 chances created.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with rib injury Williams has been diagnosed with a rib muscle injury, the club announced Monday.

Impact Depending on the severity of the injury, Williams could be set for multiple weeks on the sideline, though the team's release didn't provide any clear recovery timeline. At a minimum, the forward probably shouldn't be expected to play against Barcelona on Sunday.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves training with injury Williams picked up an injury while training with Spain's national team on Thursday, ahead of Athletic's match against Barcelona on Oct. 22.

Impact Williams was only involved in training for a few minutes before heading to the locker room with an apparent injury. The winger had initially gone down with an injury in his last stint with the international team, which left him out for three of Athletic's La Liga matches. However, numerous sources from the Spanish Federation have reported that the knock is minor and that he could play against Scotland on Friday but will only play if "he does not suffer pain." Based on Thursday's reports, Williams will most likely be available in a week for Athletic's first match back after the international break and could slot right into the starting XI when he returns.

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

SANCET se suma a la fiesta 🎇#shorts

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Starting in Basque derbi Williams (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Real Sociedad.

Impact Williams has been one of Athletic's best players during the early stages of the 2023/24 season, so it's unsurprising to see him back in the XI if healthy. This means Alex Berenguer moves back to a bench role.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training well, should return Williams (thigh) is training up to par with his teammates and should be an option to play Saturday at Real Sociedad, Imanol Troyano of El Diario Vasco reports.

Impact Williams returned to training earlier this week and didn't have any problems during Thursday's session, so all signs point to him returning to the squad for the Basque derby. He could start right away, but if he doesn't, then Alex Berenguer would be in line to earn another start on the left wing.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins training with squad Williams (thigh) took part in training in the lead-up to Wednesday's matchup with Getafe.

Impact Williams has missed two matches already this season due to his thigh problem. Even with his return to training, the short turnaround for Wednesday's clash could prevent him from getting into the squad versus Getafe. Once cleared to play, the attacking midfielder should be a near-lock for the starting XI after featuring in four straight to open the season. In those contests, Williams registered two assists, 14 crosses (four accurate) and five chances created.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Alaves Williams (thigh) has been ruled out for Friday's match against Alaves, manager Ernesto Valverde told media during his pre-match press conference on Thursday.

Impact Valverde acknowledged that Williams' injury wasn't as severe as the club initially thought, but he won't be ready to play Friday, and his availability for the subsequent match against Getafe is also up in the air. However, one thing is certain -- Athletic are being extremely cautious with the recovery of one of their best players so far in 2023/24.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Cadiz Williams (thigh) will be limited to individual training and won't be available versus Cadiz on Saturday.

Impact Williams's injury was described by the club as "moderate", though a specific recovery timeline wasn't outlined. For now, the attacking midfielder should be expected to miss at least Saturday's contest, if not significantly longer. In his stead, Unai Gomez could slot back into the starting XI for the second time this season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with hip injury Williams sustained an adductor injury while with Spain, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Williams' status for Saturday's clash with Cadiz remains up in the air as the club's announcement indicated the forward would undergo additional testing Thursday. At this point, Williams should probably be considered questionable, at best. If he is unable to play versus Cadiz, Unai Gomez figures to be in contention to replace Williams in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for injury Williams (undisclosed) is back with Athletic on Wednesday and is being evaluated for his injury suffered with Spain.

Impact It's a quick turnaround for Williams to be ready to play against Cadiz on Saturday. The midfielder has started all four matches for the club to open the season, registering two assists, four shots (zero on target) and 14 crosses (four accurate). If Williams does miss out, Unai Gomez could be an option to step into the starting XI versus Cadiz.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off with discomfort Williams (undisclosed) came off at half time during Tuesday's 6-0 win over Cyprus.

Impact Williams came off with discomfort and wasn't going to be risked in a one-sided rout. Spain were never at threat from Cyprus and had no incentive not to rotate Williams out and avoid an injury. Williams shouldn't have any major concerns before a Saturday clash with Cadiz.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice Saturday Nico Williams assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Osasuna.

Impact Williams was unstoppable on the left flank and created havoc every time he decided to take on defenders, ultimately setting up the two goals with perfect crosses to Inaki Williams and Gorka Guruzeta. Williams is one of the players that has evolved the most over the last 12 months in La Liga, and he should play a key role on the attack for the Basque side.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

¡Un regalo de NICO WILLIAMS! 🎁 🥳 #shorts #laligaeasports #athletic #osasuna #guruzeta #nicowilliams

AUGUST 21, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Travelling Wednesday Williams (undisclosed) is in the traveling squad for Wednesday's friendly clash with Santander.

Impact Williams took a major role in 2022-23 but ended the season with a knock. He's been active in training and is back in the squad for a pre-season friendly against Santander.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks out in big way Williams scored six times and assisted four times during 36 appearances (22 starts) in La Liga.

Impact Williams put together a big performance in his first season as a mainstay in the starting XI. He contributed 10 goals while shooting 61 times and creating 46 chances. The winger saw appearances on both flanks though mostly on the left wing. Williams will head into pre-season as the expected starter on the left wing once more.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 18, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nacho and Ansu Fati replace David García and Nico Williams on Spain's national team

Real Madrid defender Nacho Fernández and Barcelona forward Ansu Fati have been called up for Spain’s national team to replace injured players David García and Nico Williams ahead o...

JUNE 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Sunday Williams (undisclosed) is in Athletic's starting lineup to face Real Madrid in the season finale on Sunday.

Impact Williams has recovered from a minor injury that forced him to miss last weekend's defeat to Elche, and he's in the XI on the left wing against Real Madrid.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes first-team training Williams (undisclosed) took part in training ahead of Sunday's clash with Real Madrid.

Impact Williams, who missed out versus Elche on Sunday, could rejoin the starting XI if given the all-clear, especially considering he featured in seven of his last eight contests. In those appearances, the attacking midfielder registered one goal on 10 shots (four on target), 41 crosses (seven accurate) and 22 corners. Given his role on freekicks and corners, Williams figures to offer top-end fantasy production heading into the season finale.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Elche Williams (undisclosed) is not in Bilbao's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Elche.

Impact Williams has started seven of Athletic Club's last eight league matches but he is not available for Sunday's game against Elche. Gorka Guruzeta replaces him in the XI with Inaki Williams sliding over to the right wing.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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