Last week it will not be remembered, at least for good, by Athletic Club fans of Bilbao. The 'lions' lost bluntly in the first leg of the semifinals against Manchester United and practically said goodbye to the Europa League dream.
Nor did they take a joy in the derby against Real Sociedad. The team led by Ernesto Valverde did not go from the draw in the duel of Real arena and let out a good opportunity to add the three points to establish a little more in the Zona Champions.
Already back to the semis of Europa League, Athletic has already activated the 'Operation Milagro' in Old Trafford. Athleticzals need to turn the disadvantage of three goals in one of the most mystical stadiums in European football.
It is an almost impossible mission, but, in addition, everything is more complicated with the latest news about the physical state of Nico Williams. The Spanish end has already lost the duel against the Royal Society and It is serious doubt for the match against Manchester United.
Nico drags discomfort in the pubs for weeks and this Monday has not participated in the training session with his teammates. The inconvenience became more evident in the last games, as Valverde himself explained.
“He is making an effort to be, but he is not right. He is accusing the passage of the season and the other day ended very badly. The season does not come free to any, these matches so often always carry problems“The Extremadura coach said after losing against United.
For now, Nico's goal is to get to Old Trafford's game and end the season in the best possible waybut in summer he will have to make an important decision to stop these problems. According to the newspaper 'Marca', once the course ends, You will have to decide whether to continue with a conservative treatment or go through the operating room.
Of course, Athletic Club doctors do not rule out that Nico Williams can reach the match against Manchester United. Without a doubt, it would be excellent news for the 'lions', who are confident in giving the Sopress to reach 'its' Europa League final.
