Arsenal Agrees Jakub Kiwior Move to Porto Pending Piero Hincapie Transfer

Arsenal have agreed a transfer deal with FC Porto for Polish defender Jakub Kiwior, who will move on a loan with an obligation to buy, with the total fee potentially rising to €27 million. Kiwior, who joined Arsenal in January 2023 but struggled to secure a regular starting spot, is eager for consistent first-team football and is expected to complete medical formalities soon. However, the completion of his transfer is contingent on Arsenal finalizing a deal to sign Ecuadorian defender Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen, with talks progressing and Arsenal hoping to negotiate a fee below Hincapie's €60 million release clause. Hincapie is seen as a key defensive reinforcement, especially after injuries to Arsenal's existing defenders, and prefers a move to Arsenal over rival clubs. Kiwior's departure will help Arsenal balance their books after a busy summer of signings, including Kepa Arrizabalaga and others. Meanwhile, Porto will bolster their defense with Kiwior as their ninth signing of the summer, aiming to strengthen their back line following recent departures.