According to The Sun, Lucas Paketa is reportedly considering leaving West Ham United this summer as Brazilian playmakers are looking for a fresh start following a challenging season.
Interest from the Flamengo and Saudi sides of his previous club have emerged, and Paketa is open to the move to rekindle his career.
The 27-year-old arrived at West Ham with high expectations and showed a flash of undeniable talent.
However, the 2024/25 campaign proved to be challenging for both Paketa and the club. The club endured a disappointing season, failing to meet its goals, leading to management changes to help Graham Potter lead the rebuild at London Stadium.
West Ham United are ready to offload Lucas Paketa
Although Flamengo first named Paketa before moving to Brazil where he returned to Europe, the Saudi Arabian club is ready to offer a lucrative contract to seduce the midfielders into the Gulf region as part of the ongoing project of the Saudi Arabian League.
Open to both options, Paketa sees this summer as a fitting time to take the next step in his career and leave the challenges of last season.
West Ham hasn’t pushed out Paketa aggressively, but if the right offer arrives, it is ready to sanction his departure, and the £30 million regional fee could be enough to close the transaction.
The club recognizes that Paketa’s form was affected last season and believes that a fresh environment could benefit both players and the club.
Hammer wants to reinvest the funds in their team
For Potter, the potential sale of Paketa is targeting players who are suited to his tactical system, who have freed valuable funds, recreated the team with his image and led West Ham to a competitive position in the Premier League.
The funding will help address important areas of the team, with West Ham aiming to be a well-balanced team next season.
While Paketa’s talent is clear, his potential departure represents the beginning of a new era under Potter, allowing the club to move forward while offering the Brazilian the opportunity to regain his shape and confidence.
Graham Potter hopes West Ham to raid his former club for the 27-year-old star