Last summer, Manchester City explored the possibility of signing Lucas Paquetá but ultimately decided against it due to concerns about off-field issues associated with the West Ham United star.
However, the attacking midfielder has once again caught the attention of City, with recent reports suggesting that the two parties have reached a ‘salary agreement’, as initially reported by Fichajes.
Supporting this claim, Foot Mercato has provided further updates on Manchester City’s pursuit of the West Ham player in the upcoming transfer window.
With personal terms already ironed out between the English champions and the former Lyon midfielder, the final hurdle lies in negotiating a deal with David Moyes’ side.
Paquetá’s existing contract extends until 2027, with an option for an additional year, and includes an £85 million (€100 million) release clause, which Manchester City is keen to avoid triggering. To achieve this objective, they are actively engaged in discussions with West Ham, aiming to secure a reduced transfer fee for the 26-year-old.
Reports suggest that Manchester City is putting forth significant effort to negotiate a lower price for Paquetá, with ongoing talks between the two clubs.
While activating the player’s release clause remains a fallback option, City is committed to exploring all avenues to secure his services at a more favorable price.
Despite the complexities involved in the potential transfer, negotiations persist, underscoring the determination of both Manchester City and West Ham to find a mutually beneficial agreement for the transfer of Paquetá.