Insider ExWHUemployee has revealed that Manchester United will likely be ‘very keen’ on signing Declan Rice amid a recent transfer development.
The player’s future has long been up subject to plenty of rumours, with the Red Devils among those linked with a possible move for the English midfielder over the past few seasons.
In a recent update, Ex confirmed that West Ham United will now listen to offers for Rice in the summer which will probably come as music to the ears of any clubs who have a genuine interest in signing the player.
In more good news for Manchester United, the insider then said on The West Ham Way podcast that he expects them to be keen on signing Rice – comparing the player to legends such as Bryan Robson and Eric Cantona.
He said (11:05): “I think Manchester United would be very keen on him if they can sort out their backroom staff get rid of [Cristiano] Ronaldo, get a bit more of a team there.
“He could be a sort of Robson, you’re Eric Cantona, that kind of player that goes there to try and reboot them. Put him in as captain straightaway, tell him: You are here to rebuild this great side.”
TIF Thoughts on Declan Rice and Manchester United…
Rice’s value to the Hammers cannot be understated. Indeed, at just 23 years of age, he already wears the captain’s armband and has played for the London club 215 times.
On top of that, he has also proven himself on the international stage and will likely be a regular starter for Gareth Southgate and England at the 2022 World Cup, having played the full 90 in the win over Iran.
With that in mind, Rice does have all the makings of a marquee signing. And so, if he does join United in the summer, he would be expected to soon become a key part of their lineup.
It will certainly be interesting to see if the Red Devils make a move for him – with his current deal set to expire in 2024.
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