A new development in Manchester United’s pursuit of Declan Rice ahead of the summer transfer window has emerged. The club has been heavily linked with a move for the midfielder.
How is Declan Rice’s future progressing?
The captain of West Ham United is on Manchester United’s shortlist, claims Alex Crook, a transfer specialist for talkSPORT.
According to the source, the Hammers are trying to start a bidding war with many Premier League clubs battling for the midfielder’s signature this summer. Chelsea and Arsenal are two clubs who may be interested in making a move, but they would have to come up with the $120 million asking price.
Would Declan Rice be a wise addition to Man United’s roster?
With a League Cup already secured this season and an FA Cup final ahead of them in the coming weeks, it is reasonable to assume that the Red Devils are on track to resume their winning ways, but Erik ten Hag will undoubtedly be eager to continue rejuvenating the team when the transfer market opens.
Man United has some of the best midfielders in the Premier League, including Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, and Bruno Fernandes, who are all adept at controlling the middle of the pitch. However, adding some young players will help the team maintain its high calibre and prevent another trophy drought in the future.
Therefore, the chance for the Reds to get Rice’s services this summer would be crucial since Ten Hag might get his own Sergio Busquets as a result.
The Hammers midfielder, known to his teammates and fans as “Basmati Busquets,” has frequently been compared to the exceptional Barcelona legend during his career, most notably by former Manchester City player Sergio Aguero:
He is on par with the top midfielders like Busquets, Rodri, and Casemiro in my opinion and is a terrific player.
Additionally, the 24-year-old midfielder once stated that he has been watching Busquets since he was a youngster and that he studies him to incorporate his skills into his own game. “He remains in the centre circle. He engages in 360-degree play.
Declan Rice, a midfielder for West Ham United
Similar to his role model, Rice is gifted with an exceptional ability to read the game and unmatched composure that enables him to easily control play in the middle of the pitch. These qualities have not only elevated Rice to the level of a standout performer at both the club and international levels, but have also led to comparisons to Busquets.
The England player, who David Cartlidge praised for his “immense” and “monster” performances, has three goals, an 88% pass completion percentage, and completes 61% of his dribbling attempts through 34 Premier League games.
His 1.1 critical passes, 1.8 interceptions, and 2.3 tackles per game only further demonstrate that he is a complete midfielder.
The brilliant midfielder could provide the team with years of service and exceptional skills in the middle of the pitch, therefore it would make sense for Man United to sign him this summer.
