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Piero Hincapie has won 46 caps for Ecuador Arsenal are interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie. The Gunners want a left-sided defender as a priority this summer, with Ecuador international Hincapie emerging as a strong candidate. Arsenal's recruitment staff have watched the 23-year-old extensively, sources told BBC Sport. Hincapie has a 60m euro (£52m) release clause and is keen to leave the German club before the transfer window closes. He has made 166 appearances in all competitions for Leverkusen since joining in 2021 and was part of the squad that won the Bundesliga and German Cup in 2023-24. Arsenal have spent more than £200m on new signings this summer and are now working to sell players - with Fabio Vieira, Reiss Nelson and Oleksandr Zinchenko among those who could leave. There has also been some interest in centre-back Jakub Kiwior, with Porto among the clubs keen. Tottenham have also been linked with a move for Hincapie, but sources insist he is not a player Spurs are currently pursuing. Latest Arsenal news, analysis and fan views Ask about Arsenal - what do you want to know? Comments can not be loaded To load Comments you need to enable Java Script in your browser Isak saga sets tone for 'absolutely huge' match Medvedev beaten after photographer enters court Fleetwood's PGA Tour triumph can open 'floodgates' The ups and downs of a 30-year marriage Why was this French film so controversial? Secrets and passions unravel after a family reunion Can nail polish and gels damage our nails? What does your club need before transfer window shuts? 'Statement' wins and 'special' crowds - World Cup talking points Teething problems for Man Utd's £200m frontline Everton and Grealish make perfect start at stunning new home 'Martin will get time but fans have lost patience' Skill, confidence & laughs - schoolboy Dowman takes to Premier League 'Does that have a name? ' - Smale plays unique shot for four. Video'Does that have a name? ' - Smale plays unique shot for four The making of Spain and Arsenal's humble magician Salt, Simeone and Inzaghi - Pisa's fall and rise England begin World Cup campaign with emphatic victory over USA Video England begin World Cup campaign with emphatic victory over USA 'I'd love to be a WWE wrestler' - Guehi in his own words Why Rugby World Cup 2025 will change game Arsenal's ruthless Eze coup shows intent - leaving Spurs stunned US star Maher has Hollywood in sights after offer to join WWE Sikh owners, Sikh manager - what Morecambe takeover means to community Ferguson wouldn't have allowed half-time player interviews - Rooney Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.