OFFICIAL: Arsenal seal €52m deal for Hincapie from Leverkusen
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal reported to be worth €52 million, which also includes a sell-on clause.
Hincapie becomes the latest top addition to Mikel Arteta's squad, bolstering Arsenal's defensive options ahead of the new campaign.
The 23-year-old Ecuador international impressed during his time in the Bundesliga, earning a reputation as one of Europe's most promising defenders.
The transfer follows successful negotiations between the clubs and the player, with Arsenal moving swiftly to secure him. His arrival is expected to add both pace and composure to the Gunners' backline.
Club officials have welcomed the deal as a key statement of intent, signalling the team's ambition to strengthen their squad in pursuit of domestic and European success.