“SHOCKING TWIST in Paqueta’s Aston Villa Transfer Saga: West Ham’s Jaw-Dropping Decision After Secret Talks Will Leave You Speechless!”
Aston Villa have made an approach to sign Lucas Paqueta from West Ham United, but the midfielder is still expected to remain in London, GIVEMESPORT understands.
Paqueta joined West Ham in 2022 from Lyon for a club-record fee, signing a five-year contract under then-manager David Moyes.
Since his arrival, the Brazilian has featured 123 times for the Hammers, contributing 34 goals and assists combined.
Despite ongoing speculation about his future during the current transfer window, West Ham are reluctant to lose such an influential player so close to Monday’s deadline, particularly given their slow start to the 2025/26 season.
Discussions have included a potential loan-to-buy deal worth around £50m, but West Ham value Paqueta at over £60m and remain unwilling to sell.
Although Paqueta himself is open to a switch to Villa Park, club owner David Sullivan is expected to resist any offers.
The midfielder is available for West Ham’s upcoming match against Nottingham Forest, though it will be down to manager Graham Potter to decide if he features.
Potter is understood to have urged the board not to sanction Paqueta’s departure, especially after the £55m sale of Mohammed Kudus to Tottenham earlier this window.
Spurs also tracked Paqueta but are no longer pursuing him following their successful capture of Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig in a deal worth £51m.
In short, while Aston Villa have tested the waters with an offer, West Ham’s stance remains firm: Paqueta is a central figure in their plans, and unless a huge bid arrives, he is expected to stay at the London Stadium.
