Paquetá puts West Ham under pressure, takes big step towards Flamengo move | OneFootball

Lucas Paquetá informed the West Ham (ENG) coach that he does not wish to stay

Between Flamengo and Lucas Paquetá, everything is set. Now, it's just a matter of getting West Ham's (ENG) release. This Wednesday (14th), the midfielder took an important step towards leaving the Premier League club by informing the Portuguese coach Nuno Espírito Santo that he does not wish to stay.

Paquetá's desire to return to Flamengo is what guides the negotiation. The midfielder has offers and inquiries to remain in Europe, but he wants to return home. Following the club's interest, West Ham indicated that they are open to negotiating, which was previously seen as unlikely.

Therefore, the expectation for a positive outcome for Flamengo grows ahead of a meeting next Friday (16th). Executives from both clubs will talk. Previously, the English club was asking for 60 million euros (R$ 377 million), but now, a dialogue is possible for 45 million euros (R$ 282 million). Paquetá's conversation with Nuno was first reported by communicator Pablo Rua and confirmed by the Coluna do Fla report.

WHAT ELSE DID PAQUETÁ DO?

According to the Coluna do Fla report, Lucas Paquetá missed training last Tuesday (13th). Most of the squad had a day off, but the midfielder was supposed to report back, as he was not included in the squad for the weekend's game against QPR (ENG).

DOES WEST HAM'S SITUATION MATTER?

Currently, West Ham is in the relegation zone of the Premier League and seven points behind the last team outside the drop zone. Therefore, the English team will discuss whether they are willing to lose the main player in their squad in this relegation battle or keep a demotivated player in the group at such a crucial moment. The week promises to be decisive.

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