Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie has confirmed that he is fully fit after overcoming two separate injury problems that disrupted the early stages of his 2026/27 campaign.

According to a report by Football London on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, the Ecuador international has returned to full fitness after previously struggling with a groin problem and an ankle injury.

Hincapie initially missed Ecuador's squad for their September tour of Asia because of a groin issue. The defender had been included on the bench for Arsenal's final match against Brighton before the international break but was not considered fit enough to join his national team.

After recovering from that problem, he suffered another setback when he sprained his ankle during the warm-down following Arsenal's 2-1 Premier League victory over Leeds United.

The incident was particularly unusual, with the defender ending up being carried off on the back of Arsenal's reserve goalkeeper, Illan Meslier.

However, Hincapie has now provided a positive update about his condition, insisting that he is no longer experiencing any fitness problems. "I feel very well, 100 per cent," he said.

The 24-year-old is currently with Ecuador for the international break, marking his first national team training camp since the World Cup.

He is also looking forward to working under new head coach Marcelo Gallardo, who has held several conversations with the Arsenal defender since taking charge of the national team.

"It's a real joy, I've had a few conversations with the coach, and they've gone very well. He was a player himself and understands every player," Hincapie said. "I always say it but it’s a privilege to be here and to be called up by the Ecuadorian national team."

Hincapie also addressed his role at Arsenal, where he has been deployed at left-back despite primarily operating as a centre-back throughout his career.

The defender made it clear that he is willing to play wherever Mikel Arteta requires him. "Yes, obviously, following the coach's orders, wherever I am, I'll always give my best," he added.

Hincapie has started only three matches across all competitions this season, with none of those appearances coming in the Premier League.

His return to full fitness is therefore an important development for Arteta, particularly with Arsenal facing a demanding schedule in the coming weeks.