Nico Williams, injured!: What does he have and how long will he be out for?

The celebration of Athletic Club in Turkey, after achieving a significant 0-2 victory against Fenerbahçe managed by José Mourinho, a triumph that further paves their way towards the UEFA Europa League round of 16, was somewhat overshadowed by a particular incident: Nico Williams' injury.

The talented left winger had to leave the match against the 'Yellow Canaries' in just the 38th minute, after collapsing on the turf of the Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium without apparent reason, displaying clear signs of pain in the back of his right leg. Subsequently, he would end up leaving the field limping slightly, sparking alarms both within the Basque team and among their fans regarding the discomfort their star player might be experiencing.

What injury did Nico Williams suffer with Athletic Club?

Now, following the conclusion of the match, Athletic Club dispelled any doubts about Nico Williams' health status. Through a statement released on their various social media channels, the 'lions' confirmed that the left winger had suffered a "severe contusion on his right leg", a setback theoretically less serious than an injury. However, as detailed in the medical statement issued by the Bilbao team, it is still uncertain whether he will require an extended absence.

🚑 MEDICAL REPORT | Yeray Álvarez & Nico Williams 👇@ImqEuskadi | #FenerbahçeAthletic #AthleticClub 🦁

— Athletic Club (@AthleticClub) December 11, 2024

It will now be necessary to wait and see if Nico Williams will miss some matches with Athletic Club, as no specific recovery period has been specified, making it clear that his return to the field is "pending evolution". This is a matter that will need to be evaluated, as the player, albeit uncomfortable, managed to leave on his own. Everything will depend on the seriousness of his physical injury.

There is also the possibility that it is simply a scare for Nico Williams, who, despite not showcasing his best statistics this 2024-25 season (two goals and five assists), remains undoubtedly one of the key players in the Basque team's attack, contributing beyond mere numbers.