Chelsea are set to bid for West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice after the conclusion of EURO 2020, as cited by respected Blues reporter Simon Phillips on Twitter.
Enjoying a fantastic 2020/21 season, the 22-year-old was ever present for the Hammers, registering three goal contributions in 35 appearances for his current employers; two goals and one assist [Transfermarkt].
Now embroiled in a chase for international major tournament glory, the midfielder has been a standout performer for the Three Lions, making 22 ball recoveries in five fixtures [UEFA EURO 2020].
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Allegedly courting interest from UEFA Champions League winners Chelsea, he will not agitate for a transfer request, but could seriously consider his future if the Blues make a mooted £60 million bid.
In light of these rumours, no wonder loads of Irons diehards took to Twitter to rubbish the report and sing the praises of their star asset.
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West Ham United fans react:
Replying to the news from Eurosport’s Dean Jones, via Phillips on Twitter, here is how some supporters reacted to the Rice news:
“Won’t bid remotely close to what we want so this is a non-starter. What happened to the fact Lampard pushed for Rice and the Chelsea board were seriously against it? That all forgotten now…”
