Lucas Paqueta signs for Flamengo in record South American deal

The Brazilian Paqueta, 28, was cleared in July of spot-fixing allegations that have hung over him and were seen as costing him a likely move to Manchester City two years ago. West Ham said they had tried their best to convince him to stay, but "reluctantly" agreed to the transfer. "Lucas has made it clear that, for personal and family reasons, he wishes to return home to Brazil and make a fresh start," said the statement. The club confirmed that Paqueta "has been given permission to undergo a...