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Published on 2024-02-23 18:48:48
Manchester City has expressed interest in West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta as a potential replacement for Bernardo Silva, should he leave the Etihad this summer. Silva has been linked to several clubs since 2021, with reports suggesting he is looking to move ‘closer to home’. Despite having two full seasons left on his contract, there are rumors that the club may be open to letting him go in the upcoming transfer window.
Some reports have mentioned the possibility of Silva joining the Saudi Pro League, following in the footsteps of former teammates Riyad Mahrez and Aymeric Laporte. However, the Portuguese international is said to prefer a move closer to his home country. If Silva does leave, Manchester City is said to have their sights set on West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta, after failing to secure a deal for him in the summer due to an FA investigation.
Paqueta was valued at £80 million by West Ham, and City may be willing to splash the cash to revamp their midfield in Silva’s absence. West Ham, who paid £50 million for the Brazilian, will be looking to make a significant profit if they decide to part ways with him in the upcoming transfer window.
In the meantime, Manchester City is currently competing in a tight Premier League title race, sitting four points behind leaders Liverpool with a game in hand. Their next match is against Bournemouth, who are struggling with a winless streak in their last five games. A victory at the Vitality Stadium could bring City within one point of Liverpool, who will be focused on the League Cup final against Chelsea.
Overall, Manchester City’s potential move for Lucas Paqueta and their ongoing battle for the Premier League title highlights the club’s ambition and determination to maintain their competitive edge in English football.
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