Although De Bruyne would return, what Manchester City would be willing to pay for Paqueta

Manchester City awaits Kevin De Bruyne with open arms. The Belgian midfielder placed himself significantly among the main players of the moment and last season, he showed why he is the standard bearer of this Manchester City, along with Haaland. However, the player was injured in the Community Shield final, causing him to miss almost the first round of the season. However, it seems that the Belgian would return shortly before January.

Despite this, the English team once again sets its sights on a footballer who has already made a name for itself in the past. This is Lucas Paquetá, midfielder from Brazil, who currently plays for West Ham United. Paqueta is one of the most talented players in the world, but he is still far from the level that he can really reach, and it is very true that under the tutelage of Pep Guardiola he could become one of the best. According to 90 min, Paquetá is on the citizen team's radar.

The attacking midfielder, who competes for West Ham, had been strongly suggested to promote Pep Guardiola's project. However, in the summer the negotiations ended when the Brazilian completely collapsed. Now, the club would again evaluate his possible incorporation for winter, or in the worst case, for summer 2024. Of course, West Ham United is a team that does not sell anything cheap, and for Moyes, Paqueta is one of the players most valuable of their squad.

Why didn't Manchester City sign him in the summer of 2023?

A reason that would have caused an earthquake in regards to his hypothetical arrival at the Etihad Stadium. As Sky Sports reports, the Sky Blues have decided to get off Paquetá's boat. Brazilian international, it should be noted that his valuation shoots up to the spectacular figure of €110 million. It is an excessive price for a player who has certainly not yet finished proving himself in the Premier League, and has not yet reached the best level of all. However, in Manchester they believe they can reach a middle point in the negotiation.