Manchester City Reignite Their Interest In This West Ham United Playmaker: Good Option For Pep? | OneFootball

In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke revealed that Manchester City have reignited their interest in West Ham United playmaker Lucas Paqueta this summer. It has been stated that the Mancunian club are eyeing a move to acquire the services of the Brazilian talent in this transfer window.

Paqueta’s Recent Season In The Premier League

Paqueta struggled to find consistency for West Ham in the previous campaign but managed to put in a few impressive displays for them in the final third. The 27-year-old scored five times in 36 appearances for the Hammers last season across all competitions.

The Brazilian attacker could only average 1.47 shots per 90 minutes in the Premier League and kept just 7.7% of his attempts on target. At least, he was tidy when interchanging possession with his teammates in the opponent’s half, as evidenced by his pass completion rate of 77.3% in the English top tier (stats via fbref.com).

Paqueta’s current contract at the London Stadium will expire in the summer of 2027. Hence, Man City would have to make a big offer if they are serious about signing him this off-season.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – JULY 26: Lucas Paquetá of West Ham United in action against Manchester United during a Premier League Summer Series match at MetLife Stadium on July 26, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Vincent Carchietta/Getty Images)

Is Paqueta A Good Option For Manchester City?

Paqueta is a technically gifted footballer who can strike the ball well from long range and has got the vision to play some killer passes in the final third. He is a good dribbler with the ball at his feet, but needs to be more decisive in front of the opponent’s goal.

The Brazilian sensation is primarily an attacking midfielder but can also play as a left-winger or as a box-to-box midfielder if asked to do so. He has got a wealth of experience in the Premier League.

Paqueta would no doubt enhance the quality of Man City head coach Pep Guardiola‘s attack. He has what it takes to challenge for a regular starting spot at the Mancunian club in the coming seasons.

At 27, Paqueta is about to enter his prime, which makes him a great option for Man City to consider in this summer transfer window. Thus, Guardiola would be wise to move in for him ahead of the new Premier League campaign as he could help the Mancunian giants compete across all fronts over the next few years.