Piero Hincapié, the 22-year-old Ecuadorian defender who has become one of the most reliable young center backs in Europe, remains at Bayer Leverkusen despite persistent speculation linking him to a move away from the Bundesliga champions.
In recent weeks, several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Tottenham, have expressed admiration for Hincapié’s pace, anticipation, and composure on the ball. His ability to play both as a central defender and on the left side of defense has made him a highly attractive prospect in a transfer market hungry for versatility. Still, Leverkusen, under manager Erik ten Hag, is in no rush to sell.
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Club officials have consistently described Hincapié as “non-transferable” for this window, underscoring how integral he is to their project. Leverkusen, fresh off their historic unbeaten run in the Bundesliga last season, sees the Ecuadorian international as a cornerstone for both domestic and European campaigns. His contract runs until 2027, giving the club significant leverage in any negotiation.
For his part, Hincapié has maintained a disciplined silence about his future. Sources close to the player suggest that while he remains ambitious about one day testing himself in the Premier League, he is also fully committed to Leverkusen’s ambitions this season. “The focus is on winning here and continuing to grow,” one confidant said.
That stance does little to quiet the rumor mill. Interest in Hincapié is expected to intensify in the coming months, particularly if he continues to impress in the Champions League. For now, though, the Ecuadorian remains firmly in Leverkusen colors—anchoring a defense that Erik ten Hag believes can compete with Europe’s elite.