Tottenham are interested in signing the Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie during the summer transfer window.
According to Tottenham insider Paul O Keefe, Tottenham have identified him as the ‘ideal’ target to improve the left-sided central defensive spot. However, they are aware of the fact that the deal will be difficult and it would require a ‘large fee’ to convince the German club.
Tottenham wanted to sign Hincapie last season as well.
Piero Hincapie would be a superb signing
The 23-year-old has been a key player for Leverkusen, and he helped them win the title as well. This could be the right time for him to try out a new challenge, and the move to the Premier League could be ideal for him.
It remains to be seen whether Spurs can convince his club to sell the player. The 23-year-old is versatile enough to operate as the left-sided central defender as well as a left-back. His versatility will be an added bonus for Tottenham if they manage to get the deal done. Meanwhile, the opportunity to move to the Premier League could be quite exciting for the player as well. It would be a huge step up in his career.
Spurs need to improve defensively
Tottenham were mediocre defensively last season, and they need to improve in that area of the pitch. Recently, in the final of the UEFA Super Cup, Tottenham could have easily won the game with a bit more defensive solidarity. They conceded twice in the closing stages of the game and were eventually beaten after penalties. Thomas Frank has identified the need to improve defensively, and Hincapie would be a superb long-term investment.
It remains to be seen whether Tottenham come forward with an opening offer to get the deal done. They have the resources to pay a substantial amount of money to his club and the player. Convincing the defender should not be too difficult. They should look to focus on agreeing on a deal with the German club first.