Report: West Ham Set An Asking Price for Lucas Paquetá Amid Transfer Interest

 

West Ham United’s summer transfer window has already been filled with twists and uncertainty, but one major relief for the club came earlier this month when Lucas Paquetá was officially cleared of spot-fixing allegations. The Brazilian international can now focus entirely on football without any legal distractions hanging over his head. However, his long-term future at the London Stadium remains in question, as growing speculation suggests he could be on the move before the close of the summer window.

 

A number of clubs across Europe have been monitoring Paquetá’s situation, with Crystal Palace emerging as the latest side reportedly considering a move for the midfielder. While West Ham would ideally like to retain the services of their creative playmaker, the club is realistic about the possibility of a sale and has now set clear terms for any potential deal.

 

According to reports from GiveMeSport (via West Ham Zone), the Hammers have placed a £60 million price tag on Paquetá. That figure represents a slight profit on the £51 million they spent to bring him from Lyon three years ago. The message from the club hierarchy is straightforward: Paquetá will not be allowed to leave unless an offer meeting or exceeding that valuation arrives before deadline day.

 

West Ham have also made it known that only two players in the current squad – Jarrod Bowen and Aaron Wan-Bissaka – are considered completely untouchable in this transfer window. Every other member of the squad, including Paquetá, could potentially be sold if the right bid is tabled.

 

So far this summer, the Hammers have added four new faces to Graham Potter’s squad: Malick Diouf, Kyle Walker-Peters, Callum Wilson, and goalkeeper Mads Hermansen. While these signings provide useful reinforcements, their recent 3-0 defeat to Sunderland in a pre-season outing highlighted that more quality and depth are still required if West Ham are to compete strongly this season.

 

That is where Paquetá’s potential departure becomes significant. The Brazilian’s sale could free up the funds needed for West Ham to push ahead with further signings, particularly in midfield and defence, where Potter still wants reinforcements. For the club, the dilemma is whether they can afford to lose such a technically gifted and influential player – or whether his exit is the only way to strengthen the squad in other areas before the transfer window closes.

 

For Paquetá himself, the coming weeks could define whether he continues his journey in claret and blue or begins a new chapter elsewhere. His three-year spell at the London Stadium has been mixed with moments of brilliance and periods of inconsistency, but his talent is undeniable. With the clock ticking down on the transfer window, the decision over his future may soon come to a head.