Piero Hincapie

[spursfast]

God we really are on plan E, F and G if this is the case.

calm down

not nessacarily

tonight inter said players may not want to leave but there is also sustainability

PF is waiting.. should shkiner sale full thro we'll be ready bastoni
we just got to wait 36h max

 

[lobob8]

Bieten die Spurs 40 Millionen Euro für Hincapie?

Transfer: <p>Tottenham bereitet angeblich ein Angebot über 40 Millionen Euro für Abwehrspieler Piero Hincapie (20, Vertrag bis 2026) vor. Würde Bayer Leverkusen schwach werden? "Ab einer gewissen Größenordnung trifft der Sport in einem Fußball-Unternehmen wie Bayer 04 so eine Entscheidung nicht...

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¡Hay acuerdo!: Piero Hincapié, cerca de cambiar de equipo

El defensor ecuatoriano Piero Hincapié tiene casi lista su transferencia.

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Don't know about the sources but seems there's some noise around this one. Would be nice to get this and Richarlison done this week (and hopefully go back in for Eriksen)

 

[sage]

Bieten die Spurs 40 Millionen Euro für Hincapie?

Transfer: <p>Tottenham bereitet angeblich ein Angebot über 40 Millionen Euro für Abwehrspieler Piero Hincapie (20, Vertrag bis 2026) vor. Würde Bayer Leverkusen schwach werden? "Ab einer gewissen Größenordnung trifft der Sport in einem Fußball-Unternehmen wie Bayer 04 so eine Entscheidung nicht...

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¡Hay acuerdo!: Piero Hincapié, cerca de cambiar de equipo

El defensor ecuatoriano Piero Hincapié tiene casi lista su transferencia.

bolavip.com

Don't know about the sources but seems there's some noise around this one. Would be nice to get this and Richarlison done this week (and hopefully go back in for Eriksen)

lol that Ecuadorian article is quoting 'English media' as its source.... ?

 

[ToDarrenIsToDo]

Like the look of him based on the YouTube videos.

Perisic Hincapie Romero Bremer Spence

Strong when you consider we would have Sessegnon Davies Dier Sanchez Doherty for competition

 

[NYSpur]

I don’t think I saw this discussed yet, but perhaps Hincapie’s age is one of the important factors as to why he is a target now? If he is under 21 he wouldn’t count towards this years international player roster limit. In other words, maybe it is about fitting all the other pieces together in a puzzle and by targeting someone with his skill at his age it gives us more flexibility with our other moves. I am not suggesting he isn’t talented. I’m just saying this may make him even more desirable if we are struggling with limits.

 

[ralvy]

I think we only ever get really good players from Leverkusen, so I really hope this happens.

 

[Finchyid]

God we really are on plan E, F and G if this is the case.

how do you know that? And and have you not read other threads??

 

[nedley]

God we really are on plan E, F and G if this is the case.

I'm not sure how I've got 8 disagrees here.

I have no idea about this guy, he maybe the next coming of Baresi, but he's quite obviously not at the top of our CB list.

Therefore he'll be an alternative to the others we've already, as a fact tried for.

8 disagrees. Blimey.

 

[nedley]

calm down

not nessacarily

tonight inter said players may not want to leave but there is also sustainability

PF is waiting.. should shkiner sale full thro we'll be ready bastoni
we just got to wait 36h max

Why are you interpreting my point as a inflammatory?

If I remove the 'god' I guess it would sound more passive.

I was merely stating that this guy is down the list. I think that's pretty obvious. Many ITKS and we respected journos have stated that Conte wants to improve LCB as priority and with high quality and profile.

We've had various links to high profile players and again some ITKs and journos listing in order of priority.

Now we all know things change. We may decide to go to plan E and move up a plan in another area, then re-evaluate next summer when plan A, B or C LCB may become more attainable.

But I think its pretty close to fact that this guy (irrelevant of how good he is) is down on the list.

Some I'm not sure what many are disagreeing with.

 

[AssaTM]

I'm not sure how I've got 8 disagrees here.

I have no idea about this guy, he maybe the next coming of Baresi, but he's quite obviously not at the top of our CB list.

Therefore he'll be an alternative to the others we've already, as a fact tried for.

8 disagrees. Blimey.

The reason being at least for some context around why I disagree is these are the kind of players you see teams on the continent sign all the time before the big and brash "look at our money" English teams scoop them up for twice the cost.

The reality is if English teams did more actual scouting which is a scary concept then they will have noted quite rightly he is of a very similar ilk to Gvardiol. Now tell me how many people knew of him 4 weeks ago? Very little but because he generates a buzz people clamour for him.

It's the way of English transfers - it's how we as fans of "the best league in the world" expect to operate but with a bit more self reflection and a bit of digging you'll see this is no Plan D, E etc signing (which is a ridiculous thing to claim anyway based on paper talk and rumours) and that we are looking to sign a CB with an incredibly high ceiling for what is the market rate for such a player nowadays with the intention of ensuring he continues to explode onto the scene and becomes that £80m we're always the bridesmaid but never the bride type of player we all clamour for.

It's smart business and really not that much in today's market when he carries attributes only a Gvardiol in that league carries - quick, strong and a progressive passer, he has all the tools we require so why are you grading his position on a fantasy pecking order? That's why I personally disagreed

 

[nedley]

how do you know that? And and have you not read other threads??

Where am I reading?

Where's the info pointing to him being high up on the list?

 

[nedley]

Hincapie is better than N’Dicka imo! And many on here are clamouring for him. Also does it matter what plan we are on as long as targets are agreed and Conte is happy?

Absolutely.

 

[nedley]

The reason being at least for some context around why I disagree is these are the kind of players you see teams on the continent sign all the time before the big and brash "look at our money" English teams scoop them up for twice the cost.

The reality is if English teams did more actual scouting which is a scary concept then they will have noted quite rightly he is of a very similar ilk to Gvardiol. Now tell me how many people knew of him 4 weeks ago? Very little but because he generates a buzz people clamour for him.

It's the way of English transfers - it's how we as fans of "the best league in the world" expect to operate but with a bit more self reflection and a bit of digging you'll see this is no Plan D, E etc signing (which is a ridiculous thing to claim anyway based on paper talk and rumours) and that we are looking to sign a CB with an incredibly high ceiling for what is the market rate for such a player nowadays with the intention of ensuring he continues to explode onto the scene and becomes that £80m we're always the bridesmaid but never the bride type of player we all clamour for.

It's smart business and really not that much in today's market when he carries attributes only a Gvardiol in that league carries - quick, strong and a progressive passer, he has all the tools we require so why are you grading his position on a fantasy pecking order? That's why I personally disagreed

I don't disagree with you.

But looking at all the reporting, ITK info etc, he's down our list.

I understand that a list can be fluid. One minute your C then you're A.

But that doesn't change the fact that we've been targeting other high profile LCBs and this guy was, is or whatever lower down the list.

That's all my point was.

 

[Finchyid]

Where am I reading?

Where's the info pointing to him being high up on the list?

Where is the info he's Plan E to G. Only comments we have really had is Bastoni is the number 1 target.

 

[Pebble Dash]

Where is the info he's Plan E to G. Only comments we have really had is Bastoni is the number 1 target.

Our primary target was Bastoni, he’s talented, experienced, already won a title and offers everything Conte wants in a LCB.

Gvardiol despite his age is also an International and playing for arguably the 3rd best side in Germany. He’s an exceptional talent but will demand an eye watering transfer fee.

Next up was Torres, he’s also very experienced but there’s doubts over his adaptability to the EPL.

Bremer, Serie A defender of the year and as per ITK he looks like he could be joining us.

Beyond these 4 we’ve amongst others been linked with Ndicka… he’s had 4 solid seasons in Germany, won the Europa League and looks both composed defensively and offers good attacking intent.

Lenglet - he was exceptional for Sevilla before losing himself in a poor Barca side. He is however still a very experienced and talented player.

Then there’s Hincapie, he’s ‘only’ played in 27 top flight games. Yes he’s a talent but he hasn’t even had one full season appearances wise in a tough league. There’s no way he would be high up our list. He’s the biggest risk of all the players we’ve been linked with.

 

[DogsOfWar]

I'm not sure how I've got 8 disagrees here.

I have no idea about this guy, he maybe the next coming of Baresi, but he's quite obviously not at the top of our CB list.

Therefore he'll be an alternative to the others we've already, as a fact tried for.

8 disagrees. Blimey.

There's only one plan and that's the value of the transfer.
If it's Gvardiol for £80 million and no-one else or Lenglet on loan allowing us to then buy Richarlison and Spence then Lenglet is the clear winner.

We can always go back in for Gvardiol next season when, hopefully, we only need a couple of players.

 

[Norvern Munkey]

Well kulu was plan B after Diaz and I would argue that they have both had a similar impact at their respective clubs so the drop off between the differing plans appears negligible..... hincaple has potential waiting to be unleashed maybe the view

 

[Finchyid]

Our primary target was Bastoni, he’s talented, experienced, already won a title and offers everything Conte wants in a LCB.

Gvardiol despite his age is also an International and playing for arguably the 3rd best side in Germany. He’s an exceptional talent but will demand and eye watering transfer fee.

Next up was Torres, he’s also very experienced but there’s doubts over his adaptability to the EPL.

Bremer, Serie A defender of the year and as per ITK he looks like he could be joining us.

Beyond these 4 we’ve amongst others been linked with Ndicka… he’s had 4 solid seasons in Germany, won the Europa League and looks both composed defensively and offers good attacking intent.

Lenglet - he was exceptional for Sevilla before losing himself in a poor Barca side. He is however still a very experienced and talented player.

Then there’s Hincapie, he’s ‘only’ played in 27 top flight games. Yes he’s a talent but he hasn’t even had one full season appearances wise in a tough league. There’s no way he would be high up our list. He’s the biggest risk of all the players we’ve been linked with.

But the only statement you can say with a hint of fact is Bastoni is our Primary target, the rest and how it fits is guess work

 

[spursfast]

Where is the info he's Plan E to G. Only comments we have really had is Bastoni is the number 1 target.

yep

 

[Viking78]

He is a fan of Romero and has been likened to him in playing style. His main football idol growing up was Puyol.
He also started life as a goal scoring winger so he's very comfortable on the ball and likes to get forward.
There's a lot to like.