Athletic Club have issued a strong statement about Nico Williams amid fevered speculation about his future and a possible move to Barcelona.
The Catalan giants are said to have agreed personal terms with Nico and are expected to subsequently activate his release clause.
The rumors have led to a mural featuring Nico, Inaki Williams and Iker Muniain being defaced and the message: “whether you leave or stay, you have lost respect” appearing.
Nico Williams' face has been removed from a mural in Barakaldo in the early hours of Sunday.
Replacing the photo of Nico is a writing: "Whether you leave or stay, you've lost our respect.