Lucas Paquetá is going through a difficult moment with the English Football Association (FA). The Brazilian midfielder has been accused of violating the rules on sports betting on four occasions. Some media even fear a lifetime ban, which would be a severe blow to his career.
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Fortunately, the player can count on the support of his coach at West Ham, Julen Lopetegui. A few weeks before the resumption of the league, the new Hammers coach wanted to offer the 26-year-old player words of consolation. “We know that he and his family are suffering a lot at the moment,” said Lopetegui. “I saw him smile in the last game, which is a good thing,” he added.
More than a coach, Lopetegui sees his squad as a family. “We are his family, we are going to take care of him,” he said. A pleasant message of solidarity for Lucas Paquetá in these difficult times. Often decisive for Brazil, the attacking midfielder will need the support of his teammates and his club to overcome this episode.
