Lucas Paqueta was born on August 27, 1997 and plays for the Brazil national team. He started his professional career at the senior level at Flamengo before moving to Milan in 2019 for one season.

Lucas then signed for Olympique Lyonnais where he spent two seasons. In the recent summer window, Premier League club West Ham United signed his services for a fee of €43m.

The 25-year-old is one of the most exciting talents in Europe. He is an attacking midfielder by nature and likes to have possession of the ball. His ability to press high and make plays makes him a valuable addition to any side.

Current form:

The Brazil international has featured in 14 games so far this season. In the process, although he didn’t get a goal for himself but assisted three across all competitions.

World Cup record:

Paqueta was named in the provisional squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup but didn’t make the cut in the final list. So, he is yet to make his debut in the prestigious tournament.

Overall stats:

At club level, Lucas has already featured in 201 games, netting 35 times and giving 24 assists. For the national team, he has 7 goals and one assist under his belt in 35 games.

What’s next for Lucas Paqueta?

Lucas Paqueta has shown his attacking skills and ability to step up in crucial games. In the 2021 Copa America Cup against Chile, he scored the only goal in the quarter-finals after coming on from the bench.

In the semi-final against Peru, he once again scored the only goal to carry his side into the finals. No doubt he will be used wisely by boss Tite at the marquee event.