Thierry Henry is a huge fan of Arsenal transfer target Lucas Paqueta.
The Gunners are 'pushing' hard to beat Newcastle United to sign the Lyon star, according to French outlet Media Foot. Eddie Howe's men have also been linked with a move for the Brazilian international, having signed his countryman and close friend Bruno Guimaraes during the January transfer window.
The Magpies are said to have recently made a £34million offer for Paqueta but it is also claimed that the north Londoners are working hard to try and convince the 24-year-old to join them in this window. He enjoyed an excellent 2021/22 season, scoring 11 times and providing a further eight assists across all competitions.
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That kind of form didn't go unnoticed either, with Arsenal icon Henry making it no secret of his admiration for the former AC Milan star. Speaking to Amazon Prime Video, via Foot Radio, back in October of last year, the Frenchman said: “It’s early but frankly what he’s doing… we talked about it after his match at the Parc des Princes.
“Yes, I like dribbling and blind passes, but what I like is his desire, his activity, his selflessness, his commitment. In general, this is not the case with all Brazilians.
“A player who is fine is a little harder to replace or he is less at the service of the team when he does not have the ball. What impresses me with this player is that he does both with a smile.
"He defends and attacks with a smile. For me, that’s why we can already speak of one of the best players in the championship.”
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