Declan Rice is set to snub interest from Chelsea in order to remain at West Ham this summer.
The Blues had been interested in bringing the England international back to the club after releasing him as a teenager in their youth academy. But reports state he is happy to give the Hammers one more season before seeking a blockbuster move away from the London Stadium.
It comes as prospective Chelsea owner Todd Boehly dropped a huge hint his takeover of the club is finally nearing completion following the 2-1 victory over Watford on the final day of the Premier League season. The result means the Blues have achieved their final challenge under Roman Abramovich after 19 years in charge of the club.
