I'm happy Barcelona failed to sign Nico Williams — LALIGA president

LALIGA president Javier Tebas has expressed his happiness over Barcelona's failure to land their marquee summer transfer target, Nico Williams. 

The Blaugrana’s desire to sign the Spain international is a poorly kept secret, with ,the club's president even admitting their interest in a public showing. 

However, Williams opted to continue at Athletic Club beyond the summer, rejecting Barcelona’s approach. They eventually settled for Leipzig’s Dani Olmo, who is proving to be a good signing so far. 

Recently, the club's sporting director, Deco, explained their reasons for not signing Nico, suggesting that they had enough cover in the position. With the transfer window having closed, Tebas, who oversees the administration of the league, expressed his delight over how the events played out. 

The Spanish League football administrator explained that Nico Williams remaining at Athletic Club was good for balance and competition in the league; hence, he was happy with the player's decision to remain at the Basque side. 

“Nico Williams was wanted by Barça but they couldn't sign him,” Tebas said. “I am very happy that he is still at Athletic Club and that he is still in Spain. I'm glad to see it, gives competitiveness to the competition and it gives a sense of belonging.”