Athletic Bilbao president Uriarte criticizes Barcelona coach Flick again

Despite successfully fending off Barca's attempts to lure their star player away during the summer, Uriarte was less than pleased with Flick's embrace of Williams following Athletic's recent defeat.

He said on Sunday: "We have turned the page and the chapter is over. Nico has made it clear with words and actions that he wants to stay here and for us that is very important.

"He has a contract until 2027. Keeping him is vital to set ourselves ambitious goals. At the club we have to work to make the project attractive for our players and so that Nico can develop his entire career with us."

Then on Flick, Uriarte added: "Throughout the summer, Flick's statements were normal and respectful, but  I was surprised by that hug . He explained that he congratulated him on the triumph at the Euros, so  I suppose he also congratulated Vivian... although I don't think I saw it..."