🚨 DONE DEAL: Piero Hincapié Signs Until 2031! We kick off with some fantastic official news. Arsenal have officially activated the buy option to make Piero Hincapié’s move from Bayer Leverkusen permanent in a deal worth £34.5 million (€40m) . The 24-year-old Ecuadorian defender was vital in our historic campaign, and Mikel Arteta has wasted no time locking him down on a fresh five-year contract . Getting a player of his versatility and defensive intelligence permanently for under £35m is an absolute masterclass by the board. The Brief Verdict: Incredible business. Hincapié provides elite cover at both left-back and center-back. Securing him early allows Arteta to build defensive stability ahead of the grueling 2026/27 campaign. ⏳ THE BIG ONE: First Bid Submitted for Bruno Guimarães? The rumor mill is absolutely exploding with reports that Arsenal have held direct talks with the representatives of Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães . With Newcastle facing pressure to balance ...