West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has once again been made the subject of major interest from a Premier League rival.
Having managed to stave off serious admiration from Chelsea previously, the Hammers might’ve thought they had secured the long-term future of the 22-year-old.
However, despite qualification for the Europa League this season, Rice continues to attract interest from domestic superpowers.
According to a report from ESPN, as cited by Global Watch Football on Twitter, Manchester United are likely to be the main protagonists next summer.
Twitter: Manchester United remain keen on signing Declan Rice, despite deciding not to move for the 22-year-old this summer.… https://t.co/K8PIRWDOXp (@gwfootball_)
Recent reports have claimed that Chelsea, Manchester City and Liverpool have also made contact regarding the 25-cap England man.
Irons’ boss David Moyes has previously suggested that it would take offers in excess of £100million to prize Rice away from the London Stadium.
This season the dominant midfielder has registered one assist in the opening three Premier League fixtures as the Hammers remain unbeaten.
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Valued at £63millon and under a much-debated contract until 2024 (Transfermarkt), West Ham hold a strong position of power of Rice’s future.
Ultimately wherever interest may resonate from, the club must demand a top-tier fee for their most prized asset and cannot be held to ransom.
Should the club continue to advance and in turn match Rice’s ambitions then perhaps the midfield star may remain, although UEFA Champions League qualification could be the only way.
