Manchester United to step up pursuit of Decla Rice
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to step up their pursuit of Declan Rice, with the West Ham United midfielder identified as a top transfer target for the club.
The Red Devils did not sign a new central midfielder in January despite much speculation, but will reportedly prioritize improving in that area of the pitch ahead of the 2022-23 campaign.
Rice’s performances for West Ham this season have generated much speculation, with Manchester City and Chelsea believed to be interested in signing the England international this summer.
According ESPNthe Hammers want more than £100m for the 23-year-old, who recently hinted he wants to stay in London long-term.
However, the report states that united man They will turn their attention to signing a new midfielder this summer and will see Rice as a top target.
Recruitment meetings are supposed to take place every month with interim head coach Ralf Rangnick, who is expected to have a say in the inputs when he takes up a consulting role at the club this summer.
Rice, who is under contract at the London Stadium until June 2024 with an option for a further 12 months, has scored three goals and registered four assists in 28 appearances for David Moyes’ side this season.
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