English club eyeing move for Lucas Paquetá, former Flamengo star | OneFootball

Lucas Paquetá has a contract with West Ham (ENG) until June 2027

After being found innocent in the trial regarding alleged involvement with sports betting, Lucas Paquetá has once again become a target for top clubs in England. Thus, the former Flamengo player has made it onto Newcastle’s (ENG) list for the current season.

According to the English newspaper ‘iPaper’, Newcastle is considering an investment in Lucas Paquetá, currently a West Ham (ENG) player. The former Flamengo midfielder is highly regarded by scouts, who plan to make an offer before the transfer window closes on September 1.

WHAT IS LUCAS PAQUETÁ’S SITUATION?

Lucas Paquetá has a contract with West Ham until June 2027. Additionally, the club has the option to extend the Brazilian midfielder’s contract for one more season. However, the English club wants to refresh its squad and may sell the former Flamengo player.

It is worth mentioning that the English courts found Lucas Paquetá innocent. This is because the former Flamengo midfielder was being tried for possible involvement with sports betting, in which he was accused of facilitating the receipt of yellow cards. However, after two years in this process, the player was acquitted.

WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

Flamengo considered signing Lucas Paquetá during this transfer window. However, the red-and-black team reached an agreement with Colombian midfielder Jorge Carrascal, who was at Dynamo Moscow, Russia. Therefore, the Most Beloved is not expected to sign more players for this position in 2025.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Now, Flamengo is leaving the transfer market aside to focus on the upcoming commitments of the season. The team led by Filipe Luís takes the field this Wednesday (13th), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Internacional in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. Thus, Coluna do Fla brings you all the information.

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