Football Insider understands a West Ham attacker deal has collapsed as a direct result of the behind-the-scenes Lucas Paqueta drama
West Ham target Elye Wahi has agreed a deal to join RC Lens for £25.7million,David Moyes’ side had emerged in pole position to land the centre-forward, 20, and were in the advanced stages of securing a deal with his club Montpellier.But West Ham pulled the plug on their deal for Wahi due to the Lucas Paqueta betting drama that significantly altered the amount of money they were to have available to spend.
Paqueta’s own proposed move to Man City, which could have cost over £80million, has broken down and led to a change of plan for the Hammers hierarchy. David Moyes and the club’s recruitment team have been keen to bolster their attack with just under two weeks remaining until the transfer window closes.
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