On Thursday evening, Declan Rice put in an outstanding performance as West Ham United drew 1-1 with Lyon in the Europa League. The England international was 'typically excellent' for the Hammers as he continues to impress on the European stage.
The 23-year-old midfielder, who has just over two years remaining on his West Ham contract, is a target for Chelsea, football.london understands. After being released by the Blues as a teenager, Rice has continuously been linked with a return to Stamford Bridge with his swift progress for the Irons.
However, it's understood that West Ham will not entertain any bids for Rice in the upcoming summer transfer window and are determined to keep hold of their star midfielder. When speaking back in October, David Moyes claimed that any club interested in Rice missed out on a bargain by not signing the Englishman for £100m.
