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Fabrizio Romano gives verdict on Barcelona’s chance of landing Arsenal man

Piero Hincapie has reportedly emerged as a potential transfer target for Barcelona ahead of the January window, with the Catalan club keen to strengthen its defence by signing a left footed centre back. The Arsenal defender is attracting attention after…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 9:00 AM
Fabrizio Romano gives verdict on Barcelona’s chance of landing Arsenal man
Key Things to Know
  • Fabrizio Romano stated that Arsenal have no intention to sell defender Piero Hincapie to Barcelona.
  • Barcelona reportedly targeted Hincapie for a permanent transfer during the upcoming January transfer window.
  • Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remains reluctant to part with the Ecuadorian defender.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reported that Arsenal have no intention to sell defender Piero Hincapie amid transfer interest from Barcelona. The Catalan club reportedly targeted the Ecuador international as a potential January signing to strengthen their defense with a left-footed center-back.

Hincapie joined Arsenal from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer of 2025 on a permanent transfer. Despite competing with Gabriel Magalhaes for starting minutes, Arsenal and manager Mikel Arteta remain determined to keep him as a key squad member.

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