Paqueta, 26, has shone since arriving at West Ham from Lyon in a £51m deal nearly two years ago. The 44-cap Brazil international has added class to David Moyes’ side, though never shirks his defensive responsibilities either.
Paqueta is a complete midfielder and came close to joining Man City last summer. Indeed, Sky Sports reported an agreement in priniciple had been struck between West Ham and Man City worth £80m. That came after Paqueta had already thrashed out personal terms with Pep Guardiola’s side.
However, the move was put on ice when the FA opened a probe into alleged betting irregularities involving Paqueta and yellow cards.
As such, Man City turned their attention to Matheus Nunes who signed for £53m from Wolves.
But fast forward to the present day and amid claims Bernardo Silva could be heading to PSG, Man City’s interest in Paqueta has maintained.
Source – Man Utd hoping to ‘steal top signing’ from Man City after giant exit clause confirmed (teamtalk.com)
