Spanish champions FC Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie this summer.
According to the Daily Mail, Barcelona are stepping up efforts to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season after agreeing a £70 million-plus deal for Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United.
The Catalan club are also said to be pursuing Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
Hincapie joined Arsenal from Bayer Leverkusen last summer on loan, with an option to make the move permanent for £45 million alongside a 10 per cent sell-on clause.
A five-year contract is reportedly already in place should Arsenal activate the purchase option.
The 24-year-old defender has impressed during his time at the Emirates, establishing himself as a dependable option in both central defence and left-back positions.
