Paquetá eyes Flamengo return after World Cup

West Ham midfielder Lucas Paquetá is keen on going back to his roots, as he openly shares his hopes of rejoining Flamengo, his former club. He feels a strong bond with the club and has had conversations with Flamengo’s coach, Filipe Luís, about the possibility.

Timing and dedication

Although Paquetá is enthusiastic about returning, he knows the move won’t be immediate. He remains committed to West Ham, where his contract extends until June 2027. His respect for the support from West Ham motivates him to honor his current agreement.

Past hurdles

Flamengo reached out to Paquetá in May 2024 after he was acquitted of misconduct related to spot-fixing allegations. Although this made his desire to return to Brazil stronger, he chose to stay at West Ham for the time being, prioritizing his obligations there.

Looking forward

At 28 years, Paquetá believes he still has a lot to offer in the Premier League. The affinity he feels with Flamengo remains strong, and he is confident he will eventually reconnect with the team he departed in January 2019.

Cleared from controversy

Recently, Paquetá has been relieved to put behind him the betting scandal allegations, which had been a shadow over the past two years of his career. With the investigation over, he is eager to focus on his game again, appreciating the unwavering support from his family during challenging times.

A chance missed

Paquetá also shared his regrets about how the scandal affected his potential move to Manchester City. He was on the brink of switching over when the investigation began, which he sees as a missed opportunity in his career development.