Paul Ince has described Declan Rice as the best midfielder in the Premier League on recent form.
The 23-year-old, who was released by Chelsea when he was a teenager and making his way through the academy system, has two-and-a-half years remaining on his contract with West Ham United and continues to be linked with a move away from the London Stadium.
football.london understands that Chelsea are long-term admirers of Rice and could push to make a move for the England international at the end of the season when the summer transfer window opens.
