Tottenham Hotspur have made exploratory calls over Lucas Paquetá, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the Brazilian is “appreciated by the club”. While no official move has been launched, Spurs are understood to be monitoring the situation closely as the transfer window edges toward its final week.
Why Spurs Are Looking
Under Thomas Frank, Spurs are eager to add another layer of technical quality and control in advanced midfield areas. With James Maddison sidelined and recent frustrations in the market—missing out on both Eberechi Eze and Morgan Gibbs-White—Paquetá’s creativity and tenacity make him an appealing profile.
On the pitch, Paquetá is more than a luxury playmaker. His ability to glide past markers and slip decisive passes is complemented by an aggressive work-rate, a trait Frank demands from his attacking midfielders. He can operate centrally as a No.10, tuck deeper as an advanced No.8, or drift wide to create overloads. That blend of artistry and application would give Spurs an additional dimension, particularly in matches where they struggle to break down organised defences.
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Chances?
Valuations well in excess of £60 million have been suggested for Paquetá, a figure that would seriously test Tottenham’s resolve given the club’s other squad priorities. Without a firm and substantial proposal on the table, West Ham are unlikely to even open the door to negotiations. The timing makes matters even more complicated: with the transfer window entering its final days, any deal would be logistically difficult and financially demanding.
Tottenham’s urgency is further underlined by their struggles elsewhere. Multiple reports claim the club lodged offers in the region of €60–70 million for Nico Paz, Como’s young No.10, only to be rejected. Those setbacks have left Spurs short of viable alternatives and have ramped up the pressure on Daniel Levy and the recruitment team to find a creative solution before the deadline slams shut.
With the window closing fast, Tottenham have just days to decide whether to go all-in for Paquetá or make do with the options already at their disposal. For now, he’s a name on the shortlist rather than a guaranteed arrival, but if Spurs are serious, it will take boldness, quick action, and a willingness to spend — all in the final stretch before the deadline slams shut.
