Arsenal Signs Bayer Leverkusen Defender Piero Hincapie on loan

Arsenal has signed Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie by Bayer Leverkusen on a season loan, the Premier League club announced on Monday.

The 23-year-old has made more than 100 performances for Leverkusen since he was with him in 2021 and played a key role in the title-winning campaign of 2024 Bundesliga.

According to British media reports, Arsenal has agreed an option of £ 45 million ($ 60.79 million) to make the move permanent next summer.

«Piero has a real physical presence, with its versatility and tactical flexibility that gives us strong added defensive options,» said Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.

«He is a big character, with a very good combination of both youth and adulthood. He will make our team stronger and more competitive as we continue this season.»

Hincapie carries the number five shirt and joins his new teammates after completing the international service.

Published on 02 September 2025