According to reports, Manchester City is preparing a second effort to recruit Lucas Paqueta, who might replace Kevin De Bruyne.

The 26-year-old Brazilian playmaker for West Ham was supposed to travel to the Etihad in August, but things fell through in his dream deal.

West Ham United star Lucas Paqueta’s dream transfer could be back on

Man City are allegedly looking for a long-term replacement for Kevin De Bruyne

City cut ties with Paqueta after it was discovered that he had allegedly broken betting regulations; the athlete has refuted this.

Since then, David Moyes has continued to pick him, and this term, he has maintained his incredible form with the East End team.

In his 15 appearances, Paqueta has contributed one assist and four goals, which has been plenty to pique Pep Guardiola’s interest once more.

He is thought to have previously been interviewed by the FA about the current inquiry into the betting claims.

UOL is now reporting that City will make a second move for Paqueta in January if he is found not guilty of any accusations.

According to their article, Guardiola believes he might be the 32-year-old Belgian star De Bruyne’s replacement.

The City icon is presently unable to play due to injury, but he has been connected to a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.

Since moving from Wolfsburg to the Etihad in 2015, he has established himself as one of the team’s all-time finest players.

He has won the Premier League championship five times and was a major contributor to their amazing treble triumph the previous season.

In the meantime, Paqueta, who moved from Lyon to England last season, also had a significant impact.

In the event that a move to City doesn’t work out, he hopes to lead the Hammers to Europa League triumph this year after helping them win the Europa Conference League.