Arsenal Preparing Bid for Arteta’s “Superstar” Target to Counter Tottenham’s Tel Signing

Arsenal are reportedly preparing a bid for Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams after missing out on Mathys Tel to Tottenham Hotspur. The Gunners view Williams as a potential answer to their North London rivals’ new signing.

According to reports, Arsenal are willing to pay over Williams’ €58 million (£48 million) release clause to secure the Spanish international’s services. The 22-year-old has registered 1 goal and 3 assists in La Liga this season.

While Tel has chosen to join Tottenham, statistical comparisons suggest Williams could be an even better acquisition for Arsenal:

• Williams has more combined goals and assists per 90 minutes (4 vs 1)
• He completes more progressive carries (5.9 vs 2.1) and passes (3.3 vs 3.2) per 90
• Williams creates more shot-creating actions (5.2 vs 1.4) and successful take-ons (2.8 vs 2.1) per 90

One journalist has dubbed Williams a “superstar” talent. His all-round attacking ability could make him an integral player under Mikel Arteta if Arsenal can complete a deal, whether in January or the summer.

While Tottenham may have landed Tel, the statistics suggest Williams would be a significant addition for Arsenal and potentially their own answer to their rival’s impressive young forward signing.