La Liga
Real Madrid continues to adjust its market plans for the upcoming season, where the presence of Xabi Alonso, the future coach of the team, will shape the course of several key decisions. The top priority for the Basque coach in defense remains Dean Huijsen, a center-back from Bournemouth whom he considers a safe long-term bet. However, strong competition for the young Spanish defender has forced the white club to consider viable alternatives in case the deal falls through.
Piero Hincapié, potential Real Madrid signing
In this context, one of the names that has emerged strongly at Valdebebas is Piero Hincapié. The Ecuadorian defender, who has been a fundamental part of the Bundesliga-winning Bayer Leverkusen, is well acquainted with Xabi Alonso's methods and demands, having been under his guidance for the past few seasons. At 23 years old, Hincapié has made substantial progress that has put him on the radar of several top clubs on the continent.
The South American's ability to play both as a center-back and left-back makes him a valuable asset in any top-tier squad. His ball-playing skills, tactical reading, and defensive aggression align with what the upcoming Real Madrid coach wants to build a solid and versatile defense. Real Madrid would not hesitate to activate this option if negotiations for Huijsen become untenable, and in Germany, they wouldn't mind a transfer that brings in financial returns after a historic season.
The connection between Hincapié and Xabi Alonso could trigger a new defensive reinforcement at Chamartín. The white club, aware of the Ecuadorian's potential, is open to accelerating talks in the coming weeks if the situation demands it.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Plan B de Xabi Alonso por si falla el fichaje de Dean Huijsen
