Former Premier League striker Jonathan Walters believes West Ham star Declan Rice is an ‘ultimate player’, and Manchester City should consider a swoop to sign him.
The promising England international has earned plaudits for his displays in central midfield this season, prompting claims that top Premier League clubs could pursue a deal for him in the summer.
Rice has proven to be an instrumental part of Manuel Pellegrini’s plans during his maiden campaign in London and appears to be destined for big things.
Jonathan Walters, speaking exclusively to 888sport, delivered his verdict on the midfielder’s progress and stated that Manchester City should be contemplating luring him to the Etihad Stadium. He said:
In my opinion, he can go right to the top and without a shadow of a doubt, he’s a target for the big teams, whether that be Manchester United or anyone else. If I was Manchester City I would be looking at him because of the position that he plays where he can sit in front of that back four and do an unbelievable job.
He’s available for the ball and right foot, left foot he deals with it. His passing is simple but he’s got a range. He covers a lot of ground and breaks up attacks. He can take players on.
He is an ultimate player in that role and I’d be surprised if plenty of clubs aren’t in for him this summer.
Rice has started on 33 occasions for West Ham in the Premier League this season and has even chipped in with two goals for his side.
Read the full 888sport interview with Jonathan Walters and his thoughts on how Manchester City should target ‘ultimate midfielder’ Declan Rice.
