West Ham Coach Kevin Nolan Admits Declan Rice is Likely to Leave the Club
West Ham United coach Kevin Nolan has admitted that the club’s captain, Declan Rice, is likely to leave the club this summer. Speaking to talkSPORT’s White and Jordan, Nolan said that he, David Moyes, and the club do not want to lose Rice, but that it is inevitable that he will move on to play Champions League football.
Rice has been a key player for West Ham for the last three seasons, and was the best player in the Europa Conference League this season. Nolan says that Rice is the closest thing he has seen to Steven Gerrard on a pitch, in terms of his key attributes. The way he glides past players, the way he can play a defensive role and then flow into an attacking position.
Rice loves West Ham, but Nolan says that he deserves to play in the Champions League week-in, week-out. While Nolan did not reveal where Rice is heading this summer, he did say that the midfielder is focused on playing for England in the upcoming Euro 2020 tournament.
Who is Declan Rice?
Declan Rice is a 22-year-old midfielder who currently plays for West Ham United. He was born in London and joined the West Ham academy at the age of seven. Rice made his first-team debut for West Ham in 2017 and has been a regular starter for the club ever since.
Rice has also been a regular for the England national team since making his debut in 2019. He has made 17 appearances for England so far and is expected to play a key role for the team in the upcoming Euro 2020 tournament.
Why is Rice Leaving West Ham?
Rice is leaving West Ham because he wants to play in the Champions League. While West Ham had a successful season in the Premier League, finishing sixth and qualifying for the Europa League, they did not qualify for the Champions League.
Rice is one of the best young midfielders in Europe and has attracted interest from some of the biggest clubs in the world. Manchester United, Chelsea, and Manchester City are all reportedly interested in signing Rice this summer.
What Does Rice’s Departure Mean for West Ham?
Rice’s departure would be a huge blow for West Ham. He has been one of their best players for the last three seasons and has been a key part of their success. Losing him would leave a big hole in the midfield that would be difficult to fill.
However, West Ham have been preparing for Rice’s departure for some time. They have been linked with a number of midfielders in recent months, including Sevilla’s Joan Jordan and Marseille’s Boubacar Kamara.
West Ham are also expected to receive a significant transfer fee for Rice, which they can use to strengthen other areas of the team. They have already been linked with a number of players, including Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham and Barcelona midfielder Miralem Pjanic.
Conclusion
Declan Rice is likely to leave West Ham United this summer to play in the Champions League. While his departure would be a blow for the club, they have been preparing for it and are expected to receive a significant transfer fee that they can use to strengthen other areas of the team.
Rice is one of the best young midfielders in Europe and has attracted interest from some of the biggest clubs in the world. It remains to be seen where he will end up, but one thing is for sure: he will be missed at West Ham.