“I’ve always preferred a move to Arsenal over any other club, but what Arteta said to me after my performance against Manchester United last night was disappointing. I don’t think the transfer will happen anymore,” Nico Williams has finally disclosed what Arteta told him following his first match against a Premier League side.

BREAKING NEWS: Nico Williams’ Arsenal Dream In Doubt After Shock Conversation With Mikel Arteta

In what comes as a major shock to many Arsenal fans, highly-rated Spanish winger Nico Williams has publicly admitted that his long-standing desire to join the Gunners may no longer become a reality. The Athletic Club Bilbao star, who has been consistently linked with a summer move to the Emirates Stadium, has revealed details of a conversation with Mikel Arteta that left him questioning the entire transfer.

Speaking after his impressive display against Manchester United last night — his first outing against a Premier League side — Williams shared how he has always prioritized a move to Arsenal over any other club. The 21-year-old winger, known for his blistering pace and creativity down the flanks, has been on Arsenal’s radar for months as Arteta looks to bolster his attacking options ahead of next season’s title charge.

“I have always prioritized Arsenal over any club,” Williams confessed in a post-match interview. “But what Arteta told me after watching my game against Manchester United last night was unacceptable. I don’t think the transfer will work anymore.”

While Williams did not disclose the exact words exchanged, sources close to the player suggest that Arteta expressed doubts about his fit in the current Arsenal system or questioned his readiness for Premier League football. Whatever was said seems to have struck a nerve with the Spanish international, casting serious doubt over a deal many believed was almost done.

Arsenal fans across social media have reacted with disappointment and frustration, with many believing that Williams could be a game-changing addition to the squad. One fan wrote, “We seriously need this boy if we want the title next season. Nico is built for the Premier League!”

With Arsenal aiming to dethrone Manchester City and finally lift the Premier League trophy again, missing out on a talent like Williams could be a major setback. The club has been actively searching for more attacking depth to support Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Leandro Trossard — and Williams was seen as the perfect addition.

Whether this transfer saga takes another twist remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Arsenal’s summer plans might have just hit an unexpected roadblock.