Relief. After almost two years of legal battle, Lucas Paqueta (27) was officially bleached about the suspicious sports betting affair for which he risked a lifetime. West Ham confirmed through a press release yesterday that the Brazilian was innocent. Silent for months, the former OL player reacted to this decision. “Since the first day of this investigation, I have claimed my innocence in the face of these extremely serious accusations. I can't say anything more for the moment, but I want to express my gratitude to God and my impatience to find football with a smile. To my wife who never dropped my hand, to West Ham United, to the supporters who have always encouraged me, as well as to my family, to my friends and the legal team that supported me, thank you for everything. ”
International Auriverde, who has experienced difficult times since the start of this case, is a happy man. But the Telegraph Announcement this Friday that he could file a complaint against the FA, which obviously accused him wrongly. The English media specifies that the midfielder could bring legal action for loss of commercial income since this case has clearly had a negative impact on its image, especially with sponsors. He could also request compensation since this investigation prevented him from signing at Manchester City. Moreover, the English publication takes the opportunity to take stock of its future. She assures that West Ham does not necessarily intend to sell her player, unless he wants to leave or that an important offer arrives. An amount of € 70 million is mentioned.
City still thinks of Paqueta
This confirms the information revealed last night on our site since we revealed to you that the Londoners expect between 60 and 70 M € for the Brazilian. On the other hand, we can assure you that West Ham is open to a sale this summer. Besides, we told you that Saudi Arabia, especially al-Nassr, is there. In Brazil, Flamengo hopes to repatriate him. Finally, we explained to you that very large stables of the Premier League are in the ranks. This Friday, GLOBO ESPORTE Confirms and reveals that Manchester City is still one of his contenders. Ready to sign the international Auriverde during the summer transfer window 2023, the Skyblues had finally thrown the sponge after the serious accusations concerning Package. Despite everything, they have never really forgotten the player, who was regularly cited there.
Blanchi, Lucas Paqueta could finally join the Mancunians. But there is still a long way. GLOBO ESPORTE Ensures that City has already said that the midfielder is still in their viewfinder. The club trained by Pep Guardiola, who lost Kevin de Bruyne this summer and who welcomed Rayan Cherki, has always appreciated his profile. Especially since he has a big experience in the Premier League, where he has already proven himself. The Brazilian publication concludes by indicating that Manchester City has not yet officially contacted West Ham. But that it could happen very quickly during this last month of summer transfer window 2025. However, a return to Brazil, in Flamengo, is not envisaged by the player. Business to follow …
