West Ham midfielder James Ward-Prowse has sung the praises of teammate Lucas Paqueta.

The Brazil international is getting back to his best after returning from injury.

Ahead of their Europa League clash with SC Freiburg, Ward-Prowse said: "He's a fantastic player and a key part of the squad. Him just being on the training pitch gives everyone a lift.

"He's a typical Brazilian player - he likes to enjoy himself on the pitch, and he's a great influence on all of us."

On his first season with the Irons, he added: "I've really enjoyed the start of my career at West Ham. I think it helped joining with the momentum of the Europa Conference League win, and it's been an honour so far."