Overview

• Hincapié joined on an initial loan on deadline day to complete Arsenal's summer business.
• The 23-year-old told club media it “only took one conversation” to decide and that he is “over the moon” to get started.
• He said he consulted former teammate Granit Xhaka, who “spoke wonders” about Arsenal and followed up with a supportive message.
• Arsenal moved for defensive cover after Jakub Kiwior left on loan, with Hincapié expected to add depth across the back line.
• His arrival capped a window in which Arsenal spent around £250m, including deals for Viktor Gyökeres, Martin Zubimendi and Ebere Eze.