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EXCLUSIVE: West Ham star Lucas Paqueta is being investigated by the FA for potential betting breaches, as his £70m transfer to Man City collapses, but Brazilian midfielder denies placing bets himself

West Ham star Lucas Paqueta is being investigated by the Football Association for potential betting breaches, Mail Sport can reveal.

Manchester City were interested in signing Paqueta this summer after approaching his club with a £70million offer, with the Premier League champions said to have increased their interest after the injury to Kevin De Bruyne.

Yet it emerged on Friday morning that talks over the move had collapsed with sources citing ‘confidential’ issues.

It can now be confirmed that the 25-year-old Brazilian is the subject of an FA investigation over allegations of gambling on football.