Overview
- The 28-year-old asked to sit out a recent match, signaling he is pressing for the move, according to The Guardian.
- Flamengo has proposed a fee of about €40 million for a permanent transfer, per reports citing Fabrizio Romano.
- Negotiations include discussions on performance bonuses and potential future resale clauses as West Ham seeks strong protections.
- Paquetá remains under contract with West Ham until 2027 and is viewed as a key asset by the club.
- Aston Villa and Tottenham had shown interest earlier, including a Villa bid near £47 million in a previous window, according to TalkSport.