West Ham’s Lucas Paquetá eyeing January exit | OneFootball

Lucas Paquetá (28) is seeking a move away from West Ham United in the upcoming January transfer window, according to The Times. The Brazil international is reportedly eager to leave the London Stadium amid growing uncertainty surrounding the club’s Premier League future.

Aston Villa were among the sides to show late interest in the 28-year-old playmaker during the summer, but West Ham rebuffed all approaches, determined to keep hold of one of their most gifted players. However, with the Hammers languishing second from bottom and four points adrift of safety, Paquetá’s desire for a new challenge has intensified.

Paquetá’s potential departure could further complicate the club’s rebuilding efforts, with West Ham already targeting a striker, midfielder, and defender in the January market.

Recruitment will not come easily: top-quality reinforcements are scarce midway through the season, and few players are likely to join a side embroiled in a relegation battle. Prospective signings would also face the financial risk of a 50% wage reduction should West Ham drop to the Championship, a grim reality that underscores the mounting crisis at the club.

GFN | Finn Entwistle