JUST IN;Lucas Paqueta to leave West Ham United after ‘ridiculous’ developments

Lucas Paqueta’s future still hangs very much in the balance at West Ham.

Although the summer transfer window usually throws up uncertainty regarding a player’s future at their club, for Paqueta, the consequences are much bigger.

As he awaits the outcome of the FA’s hearing over alleged betting offences, being found guilty could result in a lifetime ban, ending his career.

With West Ham worrying about PSR restrictions this summer, not knowing what the future holds leaves them in a state of uncertainty, too.

Paqueta could leave West Ham

Paqueta has been a core part of the West Ham squad since he arrived at the London Stadium back in 2022.

Before the FA brought charges against him, Manchester City were interested in making a move for his services, although with the uncertainty, that was called off.

The FA hearing over the alleged offences has concluded, but the outcome of the investigation is yet to be shared with all parties in the dark for the time being.

The 27-year-old has denied any wrongdoing, but until an outcome is delivered, it is unlikely to see any transfer activity.

Manchester City have moved on, having signed former West Ham target Rayan Cherki instead, but if he is able to keep playing, there could be new offers on the table.

Speaking live on talkSPORT (25 June, 9:29 am), Irons supporter Ray Winstone admitted he doesn’t see the Brazilian staying put, saying: “Paqueta’s had this ridiculous charge hanging over him for many, many, many months and I guess they’re just holding on to see what happens there.

“I think he’s a wonderful player, but I think he’ll probably go.”

West Ham need to know Paqueta outcome

West Ham, Graham Potter and Paqueta all find themselves in a frustrating position as they await the outcome of the investigation to get a clear picture of what the future holds.