Piero Hincapié has already earned a very important place in Arsenal and is now the undisputed starter in Arteta’s team. The arrival of the Ecuadorian completely changed the ‘Gunners’ defense and Mikel Arteta loved this, leaving several praises for the Ecuadorian.
In the preview of the match between Arsenal and Liverpool, Mikel Arteta left a huge praise for Piero Hincapié. The Ecuadorian started as a center back, but in the last games he returned to being a left winger, being one of the best for those in London.
Arteta left these praises for Hincapié and gave him a nickname: “I am very impressed because, obviously, he arrived very, very late in the market, without a preseason and also after surgery. It’s been huge. I mean, in everything we’ve asked him to do, he’s delivered, and in several roles too.“Arteta stated.
On the other hand, Arteta also recognized how Hincapié changed the dressing room and contributed to it: “I think it has been a great boost for the team and another step in terms of what he can contribute to the group.“Commented the coach, very excited by the Ecuadorian’s level.
Hincapié is a total figure in Arsenal. (Photo: GettyImages)
Arsenal is now the absolute leader of the Premier League and can take an 8-point lead against Manchester City, almost dooming this tournament. However, to achieve that advantage, Arsenal needs to beat Liverpool in the game where Hincapié would start.
Hincapié’s numbers with Arsenal
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With the Arsenal shirt, Hincapié has already played 15 games, first coming from the substitute bench and then starting as a center back and also as a winger. The Ecuadorian has already spent 1,041 minutes on the field wearing the shirt of the leader of the Premier and the Champions League.
Arsenal has not yet bought Piero Hincapié
Arsenal has Piero Hincapié on loan, with an obligation to purchase at the end of 2026. The ‘Gunner’ club will surely make it effective in the following weeks, since in North London they are delighted with him and with the high level he brought to the squad.
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In summary:
- Mikel Arteta praised the rapid adaptation of Piero Hincapié to Arsenal, highlighting his ability to perform in various defensive roles without having done preseason.
- The Ecuadorian consolidated himself as the undisputed starter, adding 15 parties and more than a thousand minutes on the field with the current leader of the Premier League.
- Due to its high level, the London club plans to make the purchase obligation by the defender long before the deadline set for the end of 2026.
