Another Barcelona star sends defiant message after Nico Williams rejection
The subject of Nico's shock Blaugrana snub has of course dominated the headlines across Spain over the last 24 hours.
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As much comes after the 22-year-old, despite having agreed to the terms of a contract at the Camp Nou, put pen to paper on a new long-term extension with Athletic Club.
The news has since been met by a whole wave of reactions, with Dani Olmo, for one, having quickly taken to social media to make clear his unwavering commitment to the cause in Hansi Flick's squad:
And as alluded to above, Olmo has since been joined in as much by fellow Barca standout Raphinha.
In a post on his official Instagram account, wide-man Raphinha unveiled a photo of himself on the pitch, pointing to the Blaugrana crest:
Conor Laird – GSFN
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