“New proposal” and personal terms ongoing: Romano drops massive Spurs news contrary to reports
Tottenham Hotspur table fresh bid for £52m “beast” as transfer push intensifies
Tottenham Hotspur’s recruitment drive is gathering pace once again, with Fabrizio Romano revealing that the club have submitted a new proposal for Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié, a player widely praised for his strength and versatility. Talks over personal terms are now understood to be progressing, as Spurs seek to bolster Thomas Frank’s squad before the transfer deadline.
Frank targeting three reinforcements before the window shuts
Thomas Frank’s first transfer window in charge has been a turbulent one. Spurs have made progress in some areas, with Mohammed Kudus making an instant impact following his move to north London, but the lack of an additional creative midfielder remains a source of frustration.
The club’s pursuit of Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze looked promising at different stages of the summer, but both ended in disappointment. Gibbs-White’s negotiations dragged on without resolution, while Eze delivered the harshest blow by opting to join Arsenal instead, a move that has stung both Spurs fans and the recruitment team.
Determined to avoid further setbacks, Frank is pushing for three new arrivals before the September 1st deadline: an attacking midfielder, a winger, and a central defender. While reports last week suggested that Bayer Leverkusen’s Hincapié was not a realistic target, Romano’s update paints a very different picture.
Spurs put forward structured offer for Hincapié
According to Romano, Tottenham’s new proposal is for an initial loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. The deal would be worth €60m (£52m) in total, which matches the value of the release clause in the Ecuadorian international’s contract with Leverkusen.
Hincapié himself is understood to be open to a move, with sources suggesting he is keen to test himself in the Premier League after winning both the Bundesliga and the DFB-Pokal last season under Xabi Alonso.
Why Hincapié could be the perfect fit
At just 23 years old, Hincapié already boasts significant experience at the highest level. He has featured 40 times across the Europa League and Champions League, and was a key component in Leverkusen’s historic 2023/24 campaign.
Xabi Alonso, who managed him during that season, spoke glowingly about his adaptability:
> “I think he’s a very modern defender. He can play in different positions. He’s served us as a full-back in recent games but has also been the left centre-back when we’ve played with a back three.”
This tactical flexibility is precisely why Tottenham view him as such an attractive option. With Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven firmly established as first-choice starters, Frank wants a defender capable of rotating across positions without destabilising the balance of his backline.
Football scout Antonio Mango has gone so far as to label Hincapié a “beast” — praise that underlines his physical dominance and potential to thrive in the Premier League’s fast-paced environment.
What it means for Spurs
If Spurs are successful, Hincapié would arrive not only as a backup but as a genuine contender for a long-term role in the defence. His arrival would also signal the club’s intent to compete for major honours under Frank, by building a squad with both depth and quality across all areas of the pitch.
With just days remaining until the transfer window closes, Tottenham’s efforts to finalise Hincapié’s signing, alongside moves for a new winger and playmaker, could define the tone of their season. For now, the focus remains firmly on Germany — and whether Leverkusen are ready to part ways with their prized defender.