The Daily Mail says Villa are ready to test West Ham's resolve with a bid for the Brazil international.
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It's suggested West Ham would be willing to sell Paqueta for the right price.
The midfielder came close to joining Manchester City two years ago before getting caught up in a betting probe.
However, Paqueta has been cleared after an investigation and many inside the game believe he will take his game to another level now that he's free and clear.