One of the best teams during the last summer market was Real Madrid. Making the necessary signings, the club still kept its doors open until the last minute of the transfers window. As Central Defense has known, this sought to be used by the West Ham, a club that offered its player, Lucas Paquetá.
Through an assignment with a purchase option, the Brazilian midfielder was placed on the equipment table. The player, in addition to his great quality, has an excellent relationship with Vinicius Júnior. On more than one occasion it has been observed how both players maintain a great and beautiful friendship.
In spite of this, Xabi Alonso rejected the opportunity to have Paquetá at Real Madrid. This due to his profile, being completely different from what the coach was looking for for the center of the field. The Brazilian is a player who brings much more to the attack, with an offensive style that is far from the organizing midfielder that Xabi seeks.
Real Madrid’s discard
28 years old, Lucas Paquetá is one of the most solid midfielders of the Premier League. Being part of the West Ham since 2022, the Brazilian is currently one of his best players. His ability to constantly contribute to the attack has helped him to have very positive campaigns both individual and collective.
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With contract until 2027, the Brazilian has been quite happy with his role inside the West Ham. Even so, the club unexpectedly raised its departure during the last summer. The offer to Real Madrid was a surprise but also a great opportunity for Vinicius’s great friend, with whom he formed in Flamengo.
However, Real Madrid made clear his plans after rejecting the opportunity to sign Paquetá. The club is only interested in signing another central and an organizing midfielder. After the discard of Paquetá, Dani Ceballos aims to have minutes and cover the position that Xabi Alonso requires for this season.
Real Madrid’s plans
While no one doubts Lucas Paquetá’s quality, Real Madrid has once again evidenced how selective it is. Although the club always files for the best of the best, its operations are planned long before doing them. By having a definite game style and its clear priorities, Paquetá simply has no space in the team.
