Man City transfer of Lucas Paquetá suspended due to FA investigation

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By: Manu Tournoux

Manchester City: Pep Guardiola puts 81 M€ on the table to recruit Lucas Paqueta

Hard blow for Lucas Paquetá and Manchester City. As we reported to you this Friday morning, the transfer of the Brazilian midfielder from West Ham to the north of England was on stand-by. While the Hammers’ sky-high demands weren’t a problem for the management of the last Champions League winner, the problem was a private one.

Indeed, according to information from the Brazilian press that we are able to confirm to you, the English Federation discovered that relatives of Paquetá would have bet on matches in which the West Ham midfielder was playing. An investigation is currently underway and the deal with the Skyblues is therefore suspended. To be continued…

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.

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