Manchester City are reportedly advancing plans to seal a move for West Ham playmaker Lucas Paqueta.
Last summer, Manchester City wanted a new midfielder after Ilkay Gundogan left for Barcelona.
Pep Guardiola preferred Declan Rice, but Arsenal outbid them and got him, leading City to move for Lucas Paqueta instead.
However, the Etihad club pulled the plug on the deal amid betting allegations, instead going for Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes, who has proven to be underwhelming thus far.
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They have since revived their interest, with The Athletic stating that Manchester City are working to agree personal terms with the Brazilian’s agents.
The report further states that West Ham are unlikely to stand in his way, and he could become the perfect replacement as Kevin De Bruyne enters his final season at the club.
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