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Xabi Alonso Has Specifically Requested the Signing of This Center-Back, He Is the Great Demanded

Piero Hincapié is the leader of Xabi Alonso's Leverkusen defense, and the arrival of the coach from San Sebastián could lead to his signing

Real Madrid Already Plans the 2025-26 Season. Among the names strongly considered to strengthen the defense is Piero Hincapié, Ecuadorian center-back from Bayer Leverkusen.

According to Relevo, Xabi Alonso considers him a priority and would be delighted to have him if he ends up taking the reins of the white club.

Hincapié, born in 2002, is one of the pillars of the Bundesliga champion Leverkusen. He stands out for his tactical intelligence, aggressiveness in duels, and good ball distribution.

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Emphasis with Leverkusen | Real Madrid Confidencial

He has the ability to play both as a left center-back and a left-back. This makes him a very valuable option for a team like Madrid, which has suffered constant injuries in those areas of the field.

An Ideal Profile for the New Project

Ferland Mendy has been injured again and will miss the rest of the season. Fran García hasn't fully convinced, and David Alaba continues to lack consistency due to physical problems.

In this context, Hincapié's versatility is seen as a lifeline for the white defense. His performance in the Bundesliga and in Europe has caught the attention not only of Madrid but also of other major clubs.

His release clause is 60 million euros, but it is estimated that for 40 million, Leverkusen could negotiate his departure.

In Valdebebas, they consider that figure manageable if the footballer becomes a key piece of the new project. Moreover, the fact that Xabi Alonso has expressly requested him accelerates everything.

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Emphasis and Xabi Alonso | Real Madrid Confidencial

The Center-Back Xabi Alonso Wants

The Basque coach has made it clear in private that Hincapié is one of his favorite players. He is serious, young, disciplined, and with potential.

He knows him perfectly and believes he can perform at the highest level at Real Madrid from day one. If Xabi finally lands on the Bernabéu bench, Piero will be a priority in the transfer market.

The operation won't be easy, but it is already underway. Real Madrid is determined to strengthen its defense, and Hincapié is the most favored name. If nothing goes wrong, the Ecuadorian could wear white in 2025.

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