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Arsenal Seals £40M Hincapie Deal
25 Jun
Summary
- Piero Hincapie transferred permanently to Arsenal for approximately £40 million.
- The defender signed a contract with Arsenal that runs until 2031.
- Hincapie played both centre-back and left-back during his loan spell.
Arsenal has finalized the permanent transfer of Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen, with the deal valued at approximately £40 million. The Ecuador international has committed to the club by signing a contract that extends through to 2031. Hincapie spent the 2025-26 season on loan, where he featured in 39 matches, contributing to Arsenal's Premier League title and Champions League final run.
His versatility was a key factor in Arsenal's pursuit, as he adeptly played both centre-back and left-back positions. Initially, his arrival created competition at left-back, impacting academy graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly. However, Lewis-Skelly later found success in central midfield, showcasing tactical flexibility.
Hincapie is currently representing Ecuador in the World Cup, with his team set to play Germany on June 25 in a crucial group stage match. Ecuador is currently third in Group E, aiming to qualify for the next stage of the tournament.
