Twelve months ago, Nico turned down the opportunity to join Barcelona and signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao that was set to expire in 2027. Now, he has decided to commit to the club for even longer, signing a new deal that will keep him at Athletic until 2035.

Along with Barcelona, other top European clubs such as Bayern Munich and Arsenal had been interested in signing Nico. However, he has chosen to stay with Athletic Bilbao, where he feels at home.

Nico's new contract includes a higher buyout clause, which is now set at €90m. This is a significant increase from the original amount of €58m.

After signing his new contract, Nico expressed his love for the club, saying: "When you have to make decisions, for me, what weighs the most is the heart. I'm where I want to be, with mine, this is my house." He also showed his support for the club by saying "Aupa Athletic".

Nico's decision to sign a new contract with Athletic Bilbao is a testament to his commitment to the club and its fans.