The summer transfer market is heating up, and one of the names drawing plenty of attention is Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié. According to renowned Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, both Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are keen on bringing the Ecuadorian international to the Premier League.
Premier League Giants Show Interest
Hincapié, just 23 years old, has already cemented himself as a key figure in Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen side. Comfortable as both a central defender and a left-back, he played a vital role last season as Leverkusen lifted the Bundesliga title for the first time in their history. His blend of composure, versatility, and defensive awareness has not gone unnoticed abroad.
Chelsea, who endured a turbulent campaign, is eager to add defensive reinforcements as they rebuild under their new project. Tottenham, meanwhile, see Hincapié as an ideal fit for Ange Postecoglou’s system, someone who can add depth to the backline and adapt seamlessly to different tactical setups.
Leverkusen Stand Firm
Despite the intense interest, Leverkusen are in no rush to let their star man go. Romano reports that no formal talks, meetings, or offers have taken place, as the German champions maintain that Hincapié is “untouchable” this summer.
Adding fuel to the intrigue, Spurs insider journalist Paul O’Keefe revealed that while rumours have long suggested a release clause in Hincapié’s contract, Leverkusen’s firm stance has raised doubts about whether such a clause exists.
Could a Transfer Still Happen?
While Leverkusen are determined to keep him, Hincapié himself may not be against a move. His agent has previously hinted at ambitions beyond the Bundesliga, even going as far as to suggest the defender to Real Madrid, particularly if Alonso were to take charge of Los Blancos in the future.
For now, Chelsea and Tottenham are watching the situation closely. Leverkusen’s resistance makes a deal complicated, but in football’s unpredictable transfer market, big offers and player ambition can quickly change the picture. If either club is willing to test Leverkusen’s resolve with a substantial bid, Hincapié’s future could yet become one of the sagas of this transfer window.
