arsenal Midfielder‘s World Cup Ambitions Could Impact Ecuadorian Defender’s Role
London, UK – Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly’s desire for increased playing time too secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup squad could substantially impact the role of Ecuadorian defender Piero Hincapié, according to recent reports. The competition for minutes within the Arsenal squad is intensifying, potentially relegating Hincapié to a limited role.
Lewis-Skelly, under contract with Arsenal until the end of the 2026 season, seeks consistent first-team action after being left out of recent England call-ups. Arsenal may prioritize giving the young midfielder more opportunities to develop, which could come at the expense of Hincapié’s playing time. Hincapié is currently on loan with an obligation to purchase, an option that could be less likely to be activated if Lewis-Skelly is favored.
So far this season, Hincapié has appeared in 7 games for Arsenal, totaling 325 minutes of play – including 2 starts and 5 appearances as a substitute. While his current contract with arsenal extends until 2026, doubts remain in ecuador regarding whether the move to arsenal was the right decision for the center-back.
Key Takeaways:
* Myles Lewis-Skelly is seeking more playing time with Arsenal to improve his chances of being selected for the 2026 World Cup.
* Increased opportunities for Lewis-Skelly could limit Piero Hincapié’s role, potentially impacting the activation of his purchase option.
* Piero Hincapié has played 7 games and 325 minutes for Arsenal this season.
