Arsenal are set to enter the transfer market in a strong position this summer, having sealed the Premier League title, but that doesn't mean it will be easy to navigate.
Given how strong the squad is when it comes to depth, there may need to be some exits agreed before the Gunners can get to work on some new arrivals.
There have been links surrounding the likes of Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Martinelli, and Ethan Nwaneri in recent weeks, though it remains to be seen whether any of those stars could be on their way out from the Emirates Stadium.
There is one Arsenal star, however, who is on the radar of European giants Barcelona, which could cause quite the stir this summer if they push for a move.
Barcelona Want Piero Hincapie
Piero Hincapie in action for Arsenal against Wolves in the Premier League
While Arsenal may be looking to move on players in their squad who may no longer have a place for the long-term, clubs may be looking at those who have impressed at the very top level.
With that in mind, the Daily Mail claims that Barcelona want to make a move for Piero Hincapie this summer, with the defender appearing on the club's radar to fill their centre-back void.
Barca chief Deco is claimed to be keen on the Ecuadorian international, but any move for the versatile defender will prove to be difficult to seal.
That's because Hincapie's deal at Arsenal is set to begin permanently this summer, with the defender spending the past campaign on loan from Bayer Leverkusen with a £45 million permanent deal option inserted.
The Gunners are likely to trigger that clause to keep the 24-year-old at the club, with a five-year contract already agreed by the left-sided defender.
The report claims that Hincapie is happy at Arsenal, while Mikel Arteta has made it clear how highly he rates the defender during previous points of the season.
"He's a warrior," the Arsenal boss said back in October about the qualities the loanee brings. "He's going to bring such intensity, physicality, and emotion to the team as well. He’s quality on the ball - he's a player who is super keen.
"He can play inside, he can play in wide positions, he's done it, as you said, in different ways, and now we need to get him up to speed because the moment that physically he's at his best, he's going to raise the level."
Hincapie has certainly done that over the course of the season, and while he clearly remains an important part of the squad, it's unclear whether Barcelona can make an offer that would tempt a move.
Arsenal Transfer Priorities
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With such a strong squad that has depth in almost every position, it's tough for Arsenal to know where they can strengthen without first completing some exits.
A move away for Gabriel Jesus and one of Leandro Trossard or Gabriel Martinelli will help create space in the forward ranks, with a left-winger and perhaps another striker on the cards.
Beyond that, the midfield is another area of consideration, with links to the likes of Sandro Tonali and Elliot Anderson in the market, who could fill a role.
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That would also be dependent on exits, with Christian Norgaard among those who could leave, while there may be questions over who would miss out when Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi, and Myles Lewis-Skelly are all competing for the same position.
While Arsenal have been worthy champions, adding even more quality to the squad across all competitions could take them up to that next level.