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Ciaran Morrison
Thu 31 July 2025 15:58, UK
West Ham have been give a piece of positive news in the midst of a difficult transfer window for the club.
The club have moved to sign free agent Kyle Walker-Peters, El Hadji Malick Diouf from Sparta Prague and loanee Jean-Clair Todibo on a permanent basis.
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West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta has been the subject of an investigation into misconduct charges, which he denies, since August 2023.
Paqueta has kept playing for the club despite his uncertain future, but in a statement issued by West Ham they state “an independent Regulatory Commission has cleared Lucas Paqueta of misconduct charges made against him by the Football Association.”
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West Ham’s Vice-Chair Karren Brady issued a message saying she was “pleased Lucas has been cleared,” and “as a club we have resolutely stood by him and supported him through the process.”
Paqueta also issued a message saying thanking his wife, West Ham and the fans, family and friends for their support.
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Paqueta can now fully focus back on football on what is a winning verdict for him and West Ham.
The Brazilian has faced a tough period alongside the pressure of delivering for West Ham amid the club’s battles to survive in the Premier League.
The 27-year-old still has time left in his career to make an impact at West Ham, but with the club needing funds to reinforce other areas of the pitch, Paqueta may now be sold.
Apperances120Goals18Assists14West Ham midfielder Lucas Paquet’s record across all competitions at the club.
West Ham have placed a £30million valuation on the midfielder with interest from Brazilian side Flamengo.
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