West Ham star Lucas Paqueta is on the list of potential players that could replace James Maddison at Tottenham
Tottenham are looking to save themselves from an embarrassment after how the last 24 hours have panned out. The Lilywhites were all set to land Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze on a permanent deal after agreeing personal terms with the player. The England international was also keen on the move, and Daniel Levy was keen to seal the deal as quickly as possible.
However, Arsenal swopped right in at the last possible second and snatched the player from Spurs. Seeing how everything has panned out in the last few hours, there is no surprise that the Tottenham fans are livid with how the club is being run by Daniel Levy. The club chairman surely has some questions to answer after missing out on a player that had agreed to move to the club twice…
Now, the Lilywhites are back in the hunt for a new #10 as things stand. It is necessary for the North London club to bring in a new attacking midfielder for Thomas Frank following James Maddison’s ACL injury. With limited options in the market for a new attacking midfielder, Daniel Levy will really have to dig in and manage to land a quality player as we approach the business-end of the window.
Tottenham eyeing a possible deal for West Ham star Lucas Paqueta
Time is running out in the transfer window and Tottenham are still looking to find a replacement for James Maddison. As it stands, the Lilywhites have not entered concrete talks with any new attacking midfielder after Eberechi Eze snubbed the club for Arsenal. And it looks like the search for a new #10 will go on till deadline day as Daniel Levy looks to find ways to save himself from hiding face.
However, Spurs have identified a player that could take the reigns at N17 and replace Maddison. As per CaughtOffside, the Lilywhites have identified West Ham star Lucas Paqueta as a possible option to play as a #10 under Thomas Frank. The Brazil international is facing an uncertain future at the London Stadium. And he is keen to move to pastures new in the coming days if the right opportunity arises.
The aforementioned report also states that the Hammers have reduced his valuation from £80m to £40m as the 27-year-old enters the final two years of his contract. Also, Tottenham are not the only ones willing to land Paqueta in the coming days. Manchester City, Crystal Palace, and Al Nassr are also in the hunt to sign the Brazilian if a deal is possible.
Signing Lucas Paqueta would surely add some much-needed experience in the middle of the park. The 27-year-old has shown his quality on the biggest stages, and bringing him to N17 will only help the youngsters in the squad. Not only that, but the West Ham star possesses immense talent and can turn the game around in a matter of seconds through his killer passes and an eye for a goal.
