David Moyes could face a selection headache this weekend as West Ham get set to welcome Declan Rice back into the fold.
The 22-year-old has been an excitable onlooker for four weeks having returned from international duty with a knee injury.
However, having trained last week, the 15-cap England star could make an eagerly anticipated return to the side on Sunday when Everton visit the London Stadium.
Hammers based Twitter account West Ham News & Views brought the topic to the attention of the fanbase, posing the question – who should the central midfielder replace?
Twitter: If Declan Rice is fit to play against Everton this weekend, do we start him or bring him on from the bench?
If we… https://t.co/vKoe1bvTAe (@WestHamViews_)
In Rice’s absence, club captain Mark Noble deputised before Manuel Lanzini stepped into the breach in style during Monday night’s 2-1 victory over Burnley.
Prior to his injury, the man hailed as an ‘outstanding captain’ by Moyes, had played every minute in the Premier League – leading to the belief when fit he will come straight back into the side.
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Unfortunately, despite putting in a superb display against Burnley it’s likely Lanzini will be the man to make way should Rice indeed be fully fit.
There is a chance the Argentine could remain in the side but in place of a more attacking midfield option, such as Said Benrahma or Jesse Lingard – both options discussed by supporters in the replies.
