Arsenal Sign Piero Hincapié on Season-Long Loan from Bayer Leverkusen with Option to Buy

Arsenal have confirmed the season-long loan signing of 23-year-old Ecuador international Piero Hincapié from Bayer Leverkusen, with an option to make the move permanent next summer.

The loan deal is reportedly structured with a purchase option of around £45 million (€52 million), accompanied by a five-year contract should the option be triggered .

Known for his versatility, Hincapié is capable of playing both at centre-back and left-back, a quality that fits seamlessly with Mikel Arteta’s tactical preferences for adaptable defensive players . He joins Arsenal amid a flurry of activity on transfer Deadline Day as the club seeks to balance its ambition with financial fair play regulations following a summer of heavy spending exceeding £200 million .

The arrival of Hincapié also facilitates the departure of Jakub Kiwior, who is moving to Porto on a loan deal with an obligation to buy next summer, reportedly worth around €27 million (£23-24 million) . This swap helps clear room in the squad and aligns with Arsenal’s broader strategy of managing both squad depth and financial compliance.