Liverpool target €70m centre-back! Jurgen Klopp eager to sign Bayer Leverkusen sensation Piero Hincapie but face competition from AC Milan

The 21-year-old international player from Ecuador is reportedly being watched by many teams, with Liverpool reportedly keeping a close eye on him according to reports byBild. The Reds may face fierce competition from Newcastle United, AC Milan and Roma for the signing of Hincapie.

With the defender's contract expiring in the summer of 2027, it is reasonable to believe that the German club will not want to let him go for a little fee. In the upcoming months, Leverkusen may simply demand that Liverpool and other teams pay him in full for using his release clause. Hincapie is a versatile player who would be the perfect addition to Liverpool, who are in urgent need of a strong centre defence. In addition to playing left-back, the former Independiente del Valle player can play in central defence.

Since Andy Robertson is injured and Joel Matip is likely to drop down the order, Liverpool is in serious need of a strong central defender, Hincapie would be the perfect addition to their squad.

Liverpool will be unlikely to go for the Esmeraldas-born player in January, however, if he is on his way to another club, they may be forced to make a move this winter.