Paquetá speaks out for the first time as a Flamengo player | OneFootball

Flamengo paid 42 million euros to West Ham (ENG) for midfielder Lucas Paquetá

If a good son returns home, Lucas Paquetá is in the right place. This is because Flamengo repatriated the midfielder on Thursday (30), which was a dream for the youth academy product of the Most Beloved. Thus, the player expressed his gratitude.

“What a day! Finally, home! Thank you Flamengo,” posted Paquetá on X (formerly Twitter). These words came on the same day the athlete landed in Rio de Janeiro to sign with Mengão after eight years away from home.

What happened on Paquetá's day?

After a long negotiation, the red-and-black fans warmly welcomed Paquetá upon his arrival at the airport. The midfielder sang songs, took photos, wore a supporter group's shirt, and cried with the Nation.

Then, the professional went to his former home, underwent medical exams, and signed a five-year contract with Mengão. Therefore, Fla has a new midfielder in coach Filipe Luís's squad for the 2026 season.

How much did Paquetá cost Flamengo?

Thus, Flamengo will pay 42 million euros (R$ 260 million) to West Ham (ENG) for Paquetá. These amounts currently represent the most valuable signing in Brazilian football, which already includes other red-and-black players.

When can Lucas Paquetá play for Flamengo?

Once the contract is in the CBF's Daily Information Bulletin (BID), Lucas Paquetá will be eligible to play for Flamengo. Therefore, the Most Beloved is racing against time to have the professional available against Corinthians at Mané Garrincha.

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