The young Ecuadorian defender is a transfer target of many teams and Liverpool are very interested in owning the signature of this player.

Liverpool’s recent links to Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie have gained momentum. Hincapie, an Ecuadorian talent aged just 21, has already blossomed into a formidable center-back for Leverkusen since his arrival from Talleres in 2021. He had 76 appearances with the Bundesliga side and three starts for Ecuador in the 2022 World Cup, establishing himself as one of Europe’s most highly-rated young center-backs.

Despite Liverpool’s interest, Hincapie remains under contract with Leverkusen until the summer of 2027, implying that a substantial bid would be required to secure his services in the near future, granting Leverkusen a strong negotiating position.

Liverpool is in need of a left-sided center-back to enhance their defensive options, particularly with Andy Robertson adapting to a new role that has him moving centrally more frequently than his former left-back position.

Rumors have hinted at Hincapie as a potential target, with fresh reports further affirming this interest. Talks are already underway between Liverpool and Hincapie’s representatives regarding a possible move to Anfield. West Ham is also pursuing the player.

This development is exciting for Liverpool fans, as Hincapie could be an ideal addition to bolster their defense. He possesses the skills required, including quality ball-handling, defensive acumen, and versatility to perform well even as a left-back if necessary.

Hincapie’s statistics from the previous season showcase his prowess, with an average of 2.5 clearances and two aerial duels won per game in the Bundesliga. At the last World Cup, he maintained an impressive 85.1% pass completion rate. Talent scout Jacek Kulig has lauded him as a “fantastic defender,” emphasizing his success in ground and aerial duels during the Europa League in 2022/23.

If Liverpool manages to finalize the deal in the coming weeks and secures a new defensive midfielder, their summer recruitment will be considered successful. Jurgen Klopp would then have confidence in his squad’s ability to compete across multiple competitions, potentially mounting a Premier League title challenge.