Tottenham Hotspur are one of the clubs interested in signing Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen.
The Ecuadorian International has done quite well in the Bundesliga, and his performances have attracted the attention of Premier League clubs. Tottenham have enquired to sign the player, but a report from TBR football claims that the German outfit are unwilling to sanction his departure.
Can Spurs get the deal done?
The player has a £52.5 million release clause in his contract, and it will be interesting to see if Tottenham decide to come forward and pay up. If they decide to trigger his release clause, the German club will be powerless to stop him from leaving.
The 23-year-old could prove to be an excellent addition. He is capable of operating as a central defender as well as a left back. His versatility will be an added bonus for Tottenham. They need defensive enforcement, and the South American certainly fits the profile. He is young enough to improve further, and he could develop into a top-class performer for the London club.
Hincapie has been described as a “warrior” by his agent in the past.
Tottenham could use Piero Hincapie
Tottenham will look to fight for trophies next season, and they need to tighten up at the back. The 23-year-old could help them improve at both ends of the pitch. Apart from his defensive qualities, he is calm and composed on the ball, and his distribution will help him build from the back.
The opportunity to play in the Premier League can be quite exciting for most players, and it will be interesting to see if the 23-year-old is tempted if Tottenham come calling. Leverkusen have lost Jonathan Tah and Jeremie Frimpong earlier this summer, and they do not want to lose another key defender.
It will be interesting to see how the situation develops.