West Ham set asking price for Lucas Paquetá to join Flamengo | OneFootball

West Ham (ENG) should negotiate Lucas Paquetá in this transfer window

Flamengo continues to scout the European transfer market in search of new reinforcements for the remainder of the season, and Lucas Paquetá is one of the targets. After the news that the Brazilian midfielder is expected to be cleared of accusations of involvement with sports betting, West Ham (ENG) wants to negotiate the player and has already set the price.

According to the English newspaper Daily Mail, West Ham is asking for around 30 million pounds (R$ 226 million at the current exchange rate) to sell Lucas Paquetá. The Premier League team previously considered the former Flamengo player untouchable, but due to a squad overhaul before the start of the season, they have decided to part ways with the athlete.

WHAT'S THE CONTEXT?

Lucas Paquetá was the target of allegations with the Football Association (FA) in England. The former Flamengo player was accused of involvement in an alleged betting scheme, in which he supposedly benefited other people. At the time, the athlete received cards in English football matches, which prompted the investigation.

WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

Flamengo is keeping an eye on the situation of Lucas Paquetá. In addition, the red-and-black team continues to survey the market in search of new players to strengthen the squad. O Mais Querido has already closed deals for Saúl Ñíguez, Emerson Royal, and Samuel Lino. Finally, Mengão is close to finalizing the deal for Jorge Carrascal.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

While the board works to sign new players, the squad remains focused on the challenges of the season. Thus, Flamengo faces Atlético-MG this Sunday (27), at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã, in a match valid for the Brasileirão. Finally, Coluna do Fla brings all the information before and after the match.

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