Overview
- The Brazil international asked not to be selected for the FA Cup win over QPR as he seeks a return to Flamengo.
- Fabrizio Romano reports personal terms are agreed with Flamengo, with talks now focused on West Ham.
- Flamengo are prepared to offer about €40m (£35m) according to several reports, though Sky Sports says their readiness is nearer £26m (€30m).
- West Ham are reluctant to sell this month, say no formal offer has arrived, and Nuno Espírito Santo views Paquetá as vital to their survival push.
- Paquetá has about 18 months left on his contract after being cleared of FA betting charges in 2025, with reports expecting a departure by summer and his camp denying a January move to Tottenham.