Man City remains interested in signing Lucas Paqueta: Transfer Update

The summer transfer window may have closed, but that doesn’t mean the transfer buzz and rumors have stopped. In the latest news, Manchester City is reportedly interested in making a fresh offer for West Ham midfielder Lucas Paquetá. This comes after a previous deal fell through due to an ongoing investigation into alleged betting breaches. It’s reported that Pep Guardiola sees Paqueta as a potential long-term successor for Kevin De Bruyne. Paqueta has continued to perform well for West Ham, making this potential transfer one to watch.

In other transfer rumors, Arsenal and Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Nice centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo, while Internazionale is working on a new contract for striker Lautaro Martínez. AC Milan is said to be eyeing Schalke 04 midfielder Assan Ouedraogo, and Fulham is looking to bolster their squad with a “war chest” for manager Marco Silva to utilize in the upcoming transfer window.

The football transfer gossip continues to swirl, and fans will be eager to see how these potential moves play out in the coming months.
The summer transfer window has come to a close across Europe, yet movements and speculations continue to arise. Transfer Talk delivers the most recent buzz on rumors, signings, departures, and completed deals.

The main focus is on Manchester City’s interest in securing West Ham midfielder Lucas Paquetá. Despite a previously failed agreement worth £80 million due to an ongoing investigation regarding alleged betting breaches, Man City is determined to revisit negotiations for the 26-year-old’s signature in January, provided that his situation becomes clearer.

Manager Pep Guardiola sees Paquetá as a potential long-term successor for Kevin De Bruyne, particularly as De Bruyne’s contract with Man City expires in 2025 and he has been dealing with a hamstring injury this season.

Paquetá continues to be a pivotal player for West Ham, having made 15 appearances and scoring a crucial goal in the Europa League. However, his betting allegations have not deterred Manchester City’s interest in signing him.

Other notable news includes Arsenal and Manchester United’s pursuit of Nice centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo, as well as Internazionale’s efforts to secure a new contract for striker Lautaro Martínez.

AC Milan has also expressed interest in Schalke 04 midfielder Assan Ouedraogo, while Brazilian clubs are eyeing a potential move for Internazionale wing-back Juan Cuadrado in the upcoming transfer window. Meanwhile, Fulham is poised to provide manager Marco Silva with substantial transfer funds following his contract extension, as they continue to seek a replacement for former striker Aleksandar Mitrovic.