Real Madrid Confidencial Real Madrid turned down signing Vinícius's best friend, K.O. to the deal
The Brazilian midfielder, a friend of Vinícius, has been ruled out by the white club
Many people will recognize the name Lucas Paquetá, current West Ham player who shares drafts for the national team with Vinícius. On more than one occasion, the Carioca's name has been linked to Real Madrid for a possible transfer to the Whites, but it doesn't seem like this will become a reality. In fact, his profile resurfaced in some media outlets due to the possible departure of Ceballos, but the Andalusian ended up staying.
However, Lucas Paquetá will indeed end up leaving West Ham, although he won't be moving to Real Madrid. His loan with a purchase option could be finalized in the next few hours with Aston Villa, a club that has also shown interest in the Carioca. However, at Bernabéu, the option of his arrival was never even considered.
Lucas Paquetá will not play for Real Madrid
Very close to Vinícius, Lucas Paquetá was one of the names that had once again been linked to Real Madrid. The "timing" was clear: if Ceballos left, the White club would immediately go after the player from the "canarinha". However, not all rumors seem to be true.
According to what "Defensa Central" was able to learn, the option reached the ears of the White board, but they ended up discarding the option.Lucas Paquetá is a good player, but he is not the type of footballer Real Madrid is looking for. In addition, Xabi Alonso had not requested his arrival in any special way, since he preferred a different type of signing.
Real Madrid still chasing its dream
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are still keeping an eye on the desired midfielder for next season: Vitinha. The Portuguese player from Paris Saint-Germain is the top priority for the Madrid club, but his arrival, for now, is very complicated.
Luis Enrique has already made it clear that he is a very important player for him, so Paris Saint-Germain will do everything possible to keep him. However, Real Madrid will keep trying their luck with some offers and with conversations with the footballer. If anyone can carry out that operation, it's Florentino Pérez.
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