The West Ham United star is set to leave the club to challenge for silverware
According to GiveMeSport, West Ham United star Lucas Paqueta is interested in leaving the club in the summer transfer window.
The Brazilian-born player has been linked with Manchester City since he almost joined the club last summer.
The deal failed because the player was under investigation for breaking the bet.
With David Moyes leaving this summer and the Hammers preparing for the arrival of new manager Julen Lopetegui, Paqueta has made the decision to leave the club.
The 26-year-old, who combines attacking brilliance with defensive tenacity, has eight goals and seven assists in all competitions this season.
Pep Guardiola is reportedly a fan of the former Lyon player and wants to add to his squad at the Etihad Stadium.
His ability is well balanced, making him one of the best players in the Premier League.
But more than his numbers, his overall play and ability to create chances and build his team’s attack is what he excels at.
The Hammers know they will find it difficult to keep Paqueta at the London Stadium as the club looks unlikely to qualify for European competition.
Paqueta was key to the club’s Europa Conference League victory last season and would be looking to prove himself in the Champions League now.
West Ham will bid cheap for Paqueta
Man City will give him that chance every season, unlike West Ham.
The player wants to play with the likes of Erling Haaland, Phil Foden and Kevin De Bruyne and challenge for trophies.
Despite having Release clause of £85 millionPaqueta has proven his worth and is seen by Pep Guardiola’s squad as a suitable target due to his versatility in both attacking and central midfield roles.
