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Yahoo
6 days ago
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Bayer Leverkusen firmly block Atlético Madrid's pursuit of Piero Hincapié
Despite reports from Mundo Deportivo claiming that Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié has agreed to join Atlético Madrid, it appears as if the Ecuadorian international will be remaining in the Bundesliga. Kicker reiterates that Leverkusen hold all the cards in this particular game of transfer poker. Hincapié's recently signed contract extension contains a €60m release clause. Germany's red company team, per Kicker, will absolutely not deviate from this line during a summer in which they've lost so many key players. Advertisement The Spanish reports claim that Hincapié and his entourage are very keen on a move to the La Liga outfit. Moreover, head coach Diego Simeone remains a huge fan of the 23-year-old. ESPN recently reported that a move could materialize. Kicker acknowledges that most of the rumors concerning Atlético's persistent inquires are true. Reliable German journalist Stephan van Nocks, Kicker's longtime Leverkusen correspondent, nevertheless avers that the price-tag proves an insurmountable hurdle. GGFN | Peter Weis
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
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Conflicting reports on Hincapié's release clause at Leverkusen
Conflicting reports on Hincapié's release clause at Leverkusen Earlier this month, Spanish outlet AS reported that Piero Hincapié's release clause at Bayer Leverkusen is set at €50 million. However, Sky Germany now claims the actual figure is €60 million. The 23-year-old Ecuadorian international is believed to have suitors in both La Liga and the Premier League Advertisement Hincapié joined Bayer Leverkusen in 2021 from Argentine club CA Talleres for a reported fee of €6 million. In December, he signed a contract extension that ties him to the Bundesliga side until 2029. The defender has featured 42 times in all competitions for Leverkusen this season.
