New: Tottenham accelerate talks after 'concrete and strategic' interest in £50-60m-rated star

Tottenham Hotspur are making a decisive late-window move for Lucas Paquetá, identifying the Brazilian midfielder as a key solution to their midfield crisis.

After losing Eberechi Eze to Arsenal and facing uncertainty over James Maddison’s fitness, Spurs have accelerated talks with West Ham United to secure Paquetá’s signature.

Sources close to the negotiations have confirmed to TheBoyHotspur that Tottenham are considering multiple deal structures, including a direct cash offer and a performance-incentivised package.

In a surprising twist, discussions have also touched on a potential swap deal involving Yves Bissouma. While West Ham and Tottenham previously maintained an informal non-transfer pact, Spurs’ acquisition of Mohammed Kudus earlier this summer already breached that understanding, opening the door for further business.

Tottenham very keen on Lucas Paqueta

Tottenham’s interest is described as “concrete and strategic”, with internal confidence that Paquetá’s recent clearance from betting allegations and his strong form, with two goals in three matches, make him a viable and immediate upgrade. However, West Ham remain firm on their £50–60 million valuation and are reluctant to lose another star to a direct rival.

With just days left in the window, Spurs are pushing hard to finalise the deal, aware that competition from Aston Villa and Crystal Palace could complicate the race. But within Tottenham’s camp, Paquetá is seen not just as a transfer target, but as a statement signing.

Spurs could use Paqueta