On Friday (1 September), the Brazilian forward assisted in the East London club’s 2-1 victory over newly promoted Luton Town.
West Ham now sit fourth in the table after three wins and a draw in their opening four games of the new season.
The 26-year-old attacker has one goal and one assist in four Premier League games so far this season.
“Outstanding cross for Jarrod Bowen’s goal.” “He was on a different level than anyone else on the pitch,” Shearer told the Premier League’s official website.
West Ham fans would have feared the worse given Paqueta’s strong ties to a summer move to Premier League champions Manchester City.
The forward appeared to be close to leaving the London Stadium for Pep Guardiola’s side during the summer season, but a deal did not materialize. That is major news for West Ham, as Paqueta is a key player for boss David Moyes.
The Brazilian is not just talented on the ball, but his enthusiasm and intensity are invaluable assets to the Hammers.
Furthermore, Paqueta is a very adaptable player, frequently filling in at defensive midfield when needed rather than playing in his typical offensive midfield position.
The midfielder, who battled at the London Stadium in the early parts of his career, has truly come to life, and his importance in claret and blue is only poised to grow in the coming months, with Europa League action coming to East London soon.
