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Arsenal are set to hijack Tottenham’s move for Bayer Leverkusen star Piero Hincapie after completing the signing of Eberechi Eze

Arsenal are preparing to deliver a second major transfer blow to Tottenham Hotspur this summer, with reports suggesting the Gunners are closing in on Bayer Leverkusen’s highly-rated defender Piero Hincapie.

According to transfer expert David Ornstein, the 23-year-old Ecuador international has informed Leverkusen of his desire to leave and is prioritising a move to Arsenal over other suitors, including Spurs. Negotiations are ongoing as Arsenal seek to secure a fee below the centre-back’s €60 million (£51.9m) release clause.

The development comes just days after Arsenal beat Tottenham to the signing of Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze in a £67.5m deal, leaving their north London rivals frustrated in the market. Now, Hincapié appears set to follow a similar path, with Arsenal looking to capitalise on their momentum by strengthening their defensive options ahead of the September 1 deadline.

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Posting on X, Ornstein reported: “Arsenal working to sign Piero Hincapié from Bayer Leverkusen – subject to player exits. 23yo defender told Bayer04 of wish to leave + prioritising Arsenal above others.” He added that the Gunners are attempting to negotiate a fee lower than Hincapié’s buyout clause, leveraging the player’s clear preference for a switch to the Emirates.

BREAKING: Arsenal are set to hijack another Tottenham transfer. The Gunners are working to sign Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen. 23-year-old wants to leave and is prioritising Arsenal over Tottenham. Arsenal negotiating to pay lower than the €60million clause. [

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Hincapie, who has made 116 appearances for Leverkusen since joining from Argentine club Talleres in 2021, has earned a reputation as one of the Bundesliga’s most consistent defenders.

Comfortable in both a back three and back four, his composure on the ball, aerial strength, and versatility at left-back make him a strong fit for Mikel Arteta’s system. Last season, he registered three goals and two assists across 45 matches, underlining his value at both ends of the pitch.

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Tottenham had also pursued the defender earlier this summer, with reports from Fabrizio Romano indicating they proposed a loan with an obligation to buy for around €60m. While Leverkusen initially rejected the approach, their stance has softened following Hincapié’s transfer request.

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