West Ham United midfielder Lucas Paquete has been linked with a move away from the club, and Aston Villa want to sign him.
According to an update by reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Aston Villa have submitted a £47 million package to get the deal done for Lucas Paqueta. The West Midlands outfit will sign the West Ham United playmaker on loan with a purchase obligation clause if it goes through.
Romano claims that an agreement is now close, and it remains to be seen whether both clubs can wrap up the move. Paqueta has been a key player for West Ham since joining the club, and his departure will come as a blow to the East London club. It will be interesting to see if they can replace him properly. Recent reports have claimed that Graham Potter wants to keep the player at West Ham.
Aston Villa move could be ideal for Paqueta
Meanwhile, Lucas Paqueta will look to compete at a high level, and the move to Aston Villa could be ideal for him. They have a talented squad and a quality manager. The West Midlands outfit were competing in the UEFA Champions League last season; they will look to do well and push for trophies this season.
The 28-year-old Brazilian should prove to be an excellent addition. He will add creativity and goals to the side. He is a hardworking midfielder who will add technical ability in the final third as well. The player is well settled in the Premier League, and he will look to make an instant impact in the West Midlands.
It will be interesting to see if he can make an immediate impact at Aston Villa and help them improve going forward. Aston Villa need more quality in the side if they want to compete in the Champions League regularly. They have shown tremendous improvement under Unai Emery, and it will be interesting to see if they can bring in the right players.
West Ham United have endured a disappointing start to the 2025/26 season, and they need to bounce back strongly. Graham Potter will hope the big win over Nottingham Forest galvanises his charges. However, losing one of their best players could be a hammer blow for them. It remains to be seen how the situation unfolds around Lucas Paqueta.