Manchester City 'agree personal terms with West Ham United midfielder'
Paqueta was heavily linked with a big-money move to the Etihad Stadium last summer as they prepared to cope without star playmaker Kevin De Bruyne for several months due to injury.
However, Paqueta's proposed switch to the Citizens failed to materialise as the Brazilian was the subject of a FIFA and Football Association investigation into suspicious betting activity.
Paqueta recently broke his silence on the investigation, which began seven months ago, saying that he is «happy to be helping as much as I can» and is thankful for the support received from West Ham.
During this period, the 26-year-old has been a standout performer on the pitch for David Moyes's side, contributing with eight goals and seven assists in 36 appearances across all competitions.
Man City step up Paqueta pursuitMan City now appear to have reignited their pursuit of Paqueta as Football Mercato, via the Daily Mail, claims that the treble winners have reached an agreement with the midfielder over personal terms.
The report adds that the Citizens were previously on course to agree a £70m fee with West Ham, but that valuation is set to be revised considering Paqueta's impressive performances in domestic and European competitions this season.
Paqueta's future remains in limbo as things stand, though, as both Man City and West Ham are still waiting on the FA's verdict into the player's betting probe.
The Hammers will be keen to keep hold of Paqueta and are under no financial pressure to cash in on the Brazil international, who still has over three years remaining on his contract with the option of a 12-month extension.
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