Leverkusen rejected an Arsenal swap proposal before striking Hincapie agreement

The Ecuadorian defender arrives at the Emirates after an impressive spell in Bayer Leverkusen, where he played a role in the side that finished the entire domestic campaign 2023/2024 undefeated. Its addition is considered a significant strengthening for the defensive unit of Arsenal while the club continues to rely towards long -term stability.

Hincie was actually replaced by Jakub Kiwior, which served as an important rescue option during his stay with the Gunners. The Polish international has since left, sealing a transfer to FC Porto. Interestingly, the transfer could have taken a different path, because Arsenal initially explored the possibility of including Kiwior in their negotiations with Leverkusen.

According to athletics, Arsenal proposed a swap arrangement, offering Kiwior as part of its pursuit of Hincie. However, Leverkusen has shown no interest in acquiring the former defender of Spezia and rejected the offer. Consequently, the Gunners were forced to continue an agreement solely in cash, ultimately allowing Kiwior to continue his career in Portugal while they obtained the services of Hincipie.

Piero Hincie (arsenal.com)

For Arsenal, the main objective now goes to the integration of Hincipie into the team and to ensure that it quickly adapts to the requirements of English football. His experience in the aid to Leverkusen wins the title of Bundesliga demonstrates his ability to contribute to a winning team, and the wait will be that he will be able to reproduce a similar impact in northern London.

Supporters hope that its defensive qualities, combined with composure on the ball and versatility through the back line, can strengthen the arsenal thrust for national and European honors this season. Having already proven itself on a major scene, Hincie is considered a player capable of making an immediate contribution while serving as a cornerstone for the future of the club.

The signature not only represents a significant addition in terms of quality but also a declaration of intention. Arsenal will be impatient to see if the arrival of Hincie can provide the platform to convert its ambitions to tangible success during the upcoming campaign.