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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Real Madrid stance on €50m Atletico Madrid target has been revealed
Real Madrid have already signed one central defender, but there are chances for a second to arrive during this summer's transfer window. But one player that they are not looking to bring in is a player that new head coach Xabi Alonso managed at former club Bayer Leverkusen. Real Madrid links to Piero Hincapie are unfounded In recent weeks, it has been reported that Piero Hincapie has emerged as a target for Real Madrid. The 23-year-old, who would fit the club's transfer policy, would be an excellent fit for Los Blancos if Alonso continues using the 3-4-3 system that he implemented at Leverkusen. But despite, there are no plans to make a move. As per MD, Real Madrid have had no contacts with Hincapie or his representatives. Rather, it is only Atletico Madrid that are putting plans in place for a possible move to be made this summer.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Sport
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Man United & Liverpool express interest in €50m star who's 'ready for the next step'
Man United & Liverpool express interest in €50m star who's 'ready for the next step' Manchester United and Liverpool have expressed interest in signing Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season. The 23-year-old Ecuadorian defender has established himself as one of the best defenders in the Bundesliga, and he could prove to be a quality acquisition for the two Premier League clubs. Advertisement As per SPORT, the defender has a €50 million release clause in his contract, and the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United certainly have the finances to afford him. He has been linked with Chelsea as well. Liverpool might need a quality central defender in the summer, especially if Virgil van Dijk decides to leave the club on a free transfer. He will be out of contract in the summer, and Liverpool have not managed to extend his deal yet. The South American defender could be the ideal replacement for the Dutch international. He is versatile enough to operate as a left-back as well, and that will be an added bonus. Man United need Piero Hincapie Piero Hincapie of Bayer Leverkusen controls the ball. (Photo by) As far as Manchester United are concerned, they will lead to bring in a quality alternative to players like Harry Maguire in the summer. The 23-year-old could form a solid partnership with the likes of Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt. Advertisement The opportunity to join clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United will be quite exciting for the player, and it would be a major step up for him. He will look to prove himself at the highest level and establish himself as a reliable performer in the Premier League. His agent has recently claimed that Hincapie is 'ready for the next step'. Liverpool and Manchester United will be able to provide them with the platform to fight for major trophies as well. Furthermore, the 23-year-old is quite young, and he could easily justify the €50 million release clause if he manages to adapt to the Premier League quickly.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Real Madrid, Liverpool interested in €50 million-rated South American centre-back
Real Madrid, Liverpool interested in €50 million-rated South American centre-back Real Madrid are looking into the possibility of reinforcing their centre-back department in the summer given the advancing ages of David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger, both of whom have contracts that expire in 2026. Advertisement As has already been reported, Bournemouth and Spain defender Dean Huijsen is seen as the priority objective for the position. But given the competition for his services, it makes sense for the Spanish capital club to have alternative targets lined up in case Huijsen does not arrive. Real Madrid eye Piero Hincapie As such, Sky Germany reports that Real Madrid are interested in Bayer Leverkusen and Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie. The 23-year-old centre-back has been with the German champions since 2021 and has grown into a key player at the club and was an integral part of their title-winning campaign under Xabi Alonso last season. On Real Madrid's radar. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images) Hincapie has a contract with the Bundesliga giants until 2029, having signed a renewal in December last year. Advertisement But the Ecuadorian international continues to attract interest from top clubs across Europe. Real Madrid are among the South American star's admirers while in the Premier League, Liverpool are also said to be interested. The fact that Xabi Alonso is being touted as the potential replacement for Carlo Ancelotti at the Santiago Bernabeu might give more credence to the links, especially with reports emerging that the Italian is now reconsidering his future at the club. However, as mentioned above, Huijsen remains the main target for Real Madrid if they do decide to sign a new centre-back some summer. *Player valuation in title obtained from on date of publication.
