"Lucas Paquetá wants to leave West Ham and return to Flamengo in the January transfer window, sources have told ESPN. The Brazil midfielder's desire is to rejoin his boyhood club and is such that he has authorised his agents to transmit his wish to the Rio de Janeiro-based club. According to sources, the aim is to "encourage" Flamengo to make an offer in the region of £35 million ($47m) that the Hammers would be willing to consider."
"West Ham, however, believe they could get more from a European club for Paquetá, with Tottenham Hotspur having already indicated that they would be willing to bid higher for the Brazil international. However, sources familiar with the discussions emphasise that there is enormous uncertainty behind the scenes at West Ham regarding a potential sale. Paquetá, 28, has 18 months remaining on his contract at London Stadium."
Lucas Paquetá seeks a January return to Flamengo and has authorised his agents to inform the Rio de Janeiro club. The aim is to encourage a bid around £35 million that West Ham might consider. West Ham believe a higher offer could come from a European club, with Tottenham reportedly willing to bid more. Significant uncertainty exists at West Ham over a potential sale. Paquetá has 18 months left on his contract. West Ham coach Nuno Espírito Santo opposes a midseason departure, viewing Paquetá as an undisputed starter and a key asset in the relegation fight. Paquetá has four goals and one assist in 18 Premier League appearances; West Ham sit 18th, seven points adrift of safety.
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