Lucas Paqueta, the West Ham United midfielder, has completed his transfer to Brazilian club Flamengo. The move, worth £35.5m, sees Paqueta return to his boyhood club in Rio de Janeiro.
The 28-year-old joined West Ham in August 2022 from French side Lyon for an initial fee of around £36.7m, plus add-ons. During his time with the Hammers, Paqueta made 110 appearances across all competitions, scoring 16 goals and providing 10 assists.
Paqueta was a key figure in West Ham's successful 2022-23 campaign, helping them secure the UEFA Europa Conference League trophy. His performances in midfield were often praised by fans and pundits.
The Brazil international's departure was confirmed on Friday, January 30, 2026, according to BBC Sport. His return to Flamengo marks a significant move for the Brazilian club, where he began his professional career before moving to Europe in 2019.
