Ready! Arsenal decides to trigger Piero Hincapié's buyout clause

Arsenal is set to activate the buyout option for Hincapié's contract.

Details: According to the well-known and respected journalist and insider Ekrem Konur on his social media page, the Arsenal board in London has decided to trigger the buyout option for 24-year-old Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié, who is currently playing for the Gunners on loan this season.

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Reports indicate that Hincapié's assured and reliable performances have greatly impressed Arsenal's head coach Mikel Arteta, prompting him to request that the club secure the defender on a permanent deal.

According to sources, Arsenal will pay Bayer €52 million, as previously stipulated in the contract. Officially, Hincapié will become an Arsenal player this coming summer.

This season, Hincapié has played 27 matches for Arsenal, scoring 1 goal and providing 1 assist. His market value is currently estimated at €50 million by Transfermarkt.

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