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      Arsenal ‘monitor three Declan Rice transfer alternatives’ as West Ham prepare to snub £90m offer for star

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      ARSENAL are reportedly monitoring three alternatives to West Ham captain Declan Rice.The Gunners have been heavily linked with a move for the England international over the last few months.
      West Ham are demanding a high fee for Arsenal target Declan RiceCredit: Getty
      Arsenal are also monitoring Moises CaicedoCredit: Getty
      The Gunners were interested in Martin Zubimendi in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      However, West Ham are still keen to keep hold of their star player are demanding a fee of at least £120million.
      The North London outfit are expected to only go as high as £90m for Rice.
      The bid is thought to fall below what the Hammers want for Rice which has seen Arsenal draw up a list of three alternatives, according to the Daily Mail.
      The report states that Brighton’s Moises Caicedo, Wolves’ captain Ruben Neves and Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi.
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      Zubimendi, 24, was a January target of the Gunners but he opted to stay at the LaLiga outfit, despite the club’s willingness to pay his release clause.
      He has been tipped as one of the best midfielders in Spain, with Barcelona manager Xavi suggesting he is an “extraordinary pivot”.
      Arsenal also tried to sign Caicedo, 21, in the January window but saw a £70m bid rejected by Brighton, despite the midfielder handing in a transfer request.
      The Ecuadorian did sign a new contract at the Amex Stadium and with the club guaranteed to be in Europe next season, he could be a tricky man to get away from the South Coast.
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      Ruben Neves is also a potential option for the clubCredit: Getty
      The last name, Neves, 26, has admitted that he wants to be playing Champions League football.
      However, the report suggests that the Molineux outfit would prefer to sell him to a foreign club.
      Wolves have set a price tag of £45m on the club captain, which would likely make him the most affordable option for the Gunners.
      Arsenal are also in the market for a more attacking midfielder to compete with Martin Odegaard.
      Chelsea’s Mason Mount and Manchester City Ilkay Gundogan have been touted as potential options for the club. More

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      Fans convinced Declan Rice’s brother has ‘confirmed’ West Ham transfer exit after he’s spotted talking to David Moyes

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      WEST HAM fans have been left convinced that Declan Rice will leave this summer after his brother was spotted in conversation with David Moyes.The midfielder, 24, is heavily linked with a move away from the Hammers this Summer, as his contract continues to run down.

      Declan Rice applauding the West Ham fans yesterday.Credit: Getty
      Rice’s brother on the pitch after Sunday’s victory over Leeds.Credit: Rex
      Rice enters the final year of his contract this summer but West Ham do have the option to extend by a further year.
      The Hammers captain produced another dominant midfield performance during Sunday’s 3-1 victory over Leeds and topped it off with his fifth goal of the season.
      But eagle-eyed West Ham fans were left heartbroken by what his brother appeared to say to Moyes.
      Fans on Twitter believed they could see Declan’s brother mouth “final game” as he engaged in conversation with the manager.
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      Other fans also thought they noticed a difference in Rice’s demeanour during the match.
      In a video posted on Twitter, Rice appeared to be savouring the final moments of Sunday’s clash with Leeds, looking up at the stands of the Olympic Stadium wistfully.
      The fan who posted the video on Twitter captioned it “Don’t overthink it, don’t overthink it.”
      But with Rice’s contract entering its final year, and the midfielder refusing to sign a new deal, that’s exactly what West Ham fans will be doing.
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      The England midfielder is attracting interest from Arsenal and Manchester United as well as reported European interest from Bayern Munich.
      West Ham have set a price tag of £100 million for their captain.
      Rice will be hoping to leave West Ham on a high after the team reached the Europa Conference League Final with a 1-0 victory over AZ Alkmaar on Thursday.
      The Hammers will face off with Fiorentina in the Conference League final on June 7th in Prague.
      Rice will aim to be the first West Ham captain to win a trophy for the club since Billy Bonds lifted the FA Cup at Wembley in 1980. More

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      Arsenal and Man Utd dealt transfer blow as ‘Bayern Munich enter race for top target Declan Rice’

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      ARSENAL and Manchester United have been dealt a blow with Bayern Munich reportedly entering the race for Declan Rice.The West Ham captain, 24, could leave the London Stadium this summer.
      Declan Rice is a reported transfer target for Bayern MunichCredit: PA
      The Gunners and the Red Devils have been long-term admirers of Rice, with the Emirates side once the favourites to land him in a club-record transfer.
      However, it is understood Thomas Tuchel is weighing up a move for the Hammers ace.
      Bild state Tuchel and sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic are working on a plan to overhaul the Bayern squad this summer.
      And they identified Rice as a suitable option in holding midfield.
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      He would be a like-for-like replacement for experienced star Joshua Kimmich, who has been linked with a transfer to Barcelona.
      Tuchel came up against Rice during his time as Chelsea boss and believes he has the quality to slot into the Bavarians’ team chasing the Champions League trophy.
      And a possible transfer could see England’s first-choice midfield pairing of Rice and Jude Bellingham both playing in the Bundesliga – although the latter may head to Real Madrid or Manchester City.
      However, the report adds the transfer fee could prove a sticking point for Bayern.
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      West Ham continue to demand £100million for their academy graduate, despite his current contract expiring in 2024.
      Bayern’s record transfer fee is the £68m they paid for Lucas Hernandez.
      And that could prove a boost for the Premier League sides still keen on landing Rice, especially if they can offer Champions League football.
      Hammers boss David Moyes admitted last week there is a “good chance” his influential skipper could leave the club at the end of this season – with James Ward-Prowse lined up as a possible replacement.
      Moyes said: “We would love Declan to be a West Ham player but we are aware that may not be the case come the end of the season.
      “That is one of the scenarios when it comes to planning.
      “There are plans that we have Dec here but we are fully aware that there is a good chance we won’t have him.” More

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      Arsenal transfer boost as West Ham line up England star as Declan Rice replacement

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      WEST HAM are targeting a move for James Ward-Prowse as they prepare for life after Declan Rice, according to reports.Rice is Arsenal’s key target as they aim to bolster their midfield this summer.
      West Ham are interested in signing Southampton star James Ward-ProwseCredit: Getty
      Declan Rice could leave West Ham in a £120m switch this summerCredit: PA
      The Hammers skipper will have one year remaining on his contract come the end of the season, although the East Londoners possess an option to extend it by a further 12 months.
      According to the Standard, West Ham are aiming to profit on Southampton’s relegation by prising away their captain Ward-Prowse.
      They add that boss David Moyes is a huge fan of the 28-year-old set piece specialist.
      West Ham, who are becoming more resigned to losing Rice in a megabucks deal, want a big name replacement for their homegrown star.
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      They will target more than one midfielder, understanding that filling the hole vacated by Rice will be a difficult job.
      The Hammers considered a swoop for Ward-Prowse last summer, only to pounce for Flynn Downes instead.
      Ward-Prowse has managed to score eight goals in 36 Prem appearances this term, despite his side’s abject showing.
      The Portsmouth-born ace joined Saints aged eight and has made 407 outings for them in total.
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      He has also earned 11 England caps under Gareth Southgate.
      Moyes, 60, last week admitted that the Hammers could lose £120million-rated Rice this summer.
      He said: “We honestly hope Dec stays, that is the biggest thing.
      “We would love him to be a West Ham player but we are aware that might not be the case. That is one of the scenarios.
      “Our plans are to have Dec here but we are also fully aware there is a good chance that we don’t have him.”
      In addition to Arsenal, Rice has also been linked with the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United.
      The Gunners are set to have a vacancy in midfield, with Granit Xhaka on the verge of joining Bayer Leverkusen this summer.
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      David Moyes gives biggest update yet on Declan Rice future with Man Utd and Arsenal chasing transfer

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      DAVID MOYES admitted for the first time that there is a “good chance” Declan Rice will leave West Ham this summer.Arsenal are favourites to snap up the Hammers skipper, 24, while Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City are also in the hunt.
      David Moyes says there is a “good chance” Declan Rice leaves West Ham this summerCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Rice, whose deal expires in June 2024 with a club option to extend by a further year, has turned down several contract extensions over the past 18 months.
      And boss Moyes said: “We would love Declan to be a West Ham player but we are aware that may not be the case come the end of the season.
      “That is one of the scenarios when it comes to planning.
      “There are plans that we have Dec here but we are fully aware that there is a good chance we won’t have him.”
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      Rice has missed just one game for West Ham in the Premier League this season.
      Illness ruled him out of the 3-0 defeat at Manchester City earlier this month, but he has played all 90 minutes in the Hammers’ other 34 league games this term.
      West Ham have struggled in the Prem but will secure safety on Sunday if they win at Brentford.
      There also remains the chance of qualifying for Europe for a third straight season should they go on to win the Europa Conference League next month.
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      The Hammers take a slender 2-1 lead into next week’s second leg against Dutch outfit AZ Alkmaar.
      A Said Benrahma penalty and instinctive Michail Antonio finish secured a comeback win in Thursday’s first leg after Tijjani Reijnders had initially put the visitors in front.
      Moyes and Co will face either Fiorentina or Basel if they reach the final. More

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      West Ham star Jarrod Bowen reveals Danny Dyer, dad of stunning partner Dani, is ‘on my case’ for hilarious reason

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      JARROD BOWEN faces the wrath of West Ham superfan and father-in-law-to-be Danny Dyer if he fails in his pursuit of European glory.The Hammers are on the brink of reaching a first Euro final since 1976 – facing Dutch side AZ Alkmaar on Thursday night at the London Stadium in the Europa Conference League semis.
      Dani Dyer is expecting twins with Hammers’ wideman Jarrod BowenCredit: Instagram
      Dani Dyer’s dad Danny has been demanding great things from her partner JarrodCredit: Instagram/ danidyerxx
      Bowen has played his part in guiding David Moyes’ men to this stage with five goals in the competition already.
      But there is extra pressure on the 26-year-old to make dreams come true in Claret and Blue by ending the club’s 43-year wait for silverware.
      The winger is expecting twin girls this summer with partner Dani Dyer, whose dad is TV legend and die-hard Irons supporter Danny.
      Ahead of West Ham’s first leg clash, the four-cap Englishman laughed: “The missus’ old man is obviously on me every week.
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      “I’ve only been here three years but I feel a massive part of this club. I feel like a fan almost, as well.
      “I know how much it means to the fans and I’m one of them who wants to give them that success.
      “There is no pressure on me in that respect, there is just excitement. I want to do it. I want to score the winning goal.
      “Bringing the trophy home for the fans would be a good end to a bad season.”
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      Bowen has 11 goals in all competitions so far in a campaign that has seen West Ham battling relegation for most of it.
      He has found form at the right time however, having narrowly missing out on a place in Gareth Southgate’s World Cup squad last November.
      The Hereford-born star added: “I don’t want to put too much pressure on myself.
      “Of course, I’ll be critical, but I won’t let it affect me too much. I’ll keep playing my game.
      “I’m just a boy with a dream and I’m living that dream.
      “Sometimes I’ll look back and think where I am, but I always demand more of myself.” More

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      Man Utd set to rival Arsenal in Declan Rice transfer race as Ten Hag makes England star ‘number one’ target

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      DECLAN’S RICE performance against Manchester United has seen the West Ham star rocket to the top of Erik Ten Hag’s summer shopping list. The Dutchman has been an admirer of the midfielder for many months. 
      Declan Rice is wanted by Man UtdCredit: Rex
      Erik ten Hag was left impressed by his performance versus his sideCredit: PA
      And the SunSport has learned his performance against Man Utd in Sunday’s 1-0 clash left Ten Hag in awe after defeat. 
      A source said: “Rice is fast emerging as United’s number one summer target.
      “He completely ran the game and United’s coaching staff and scouts were all talking about him after the match.
      “There’s a growing belief that Rice is interested in leaving at the end of the season and United believe they simply have to ensure he heads north and not to Arsenal or Chelsea.
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      “The club regard him as a player they could potentially build a team around.”
      Rice was seen chatting after the game with England team-mate Marcus Rashford, with the United attacker asking for the Hammers’ captain’s shirt.

      The source added: “Declan is good friends with Marcus and Luke Shaw from England.
      “Man Utd believe they can persuade Rice that his future lies with them in Manchester.
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      “It would be a massive sign of intent and a great way for any new owners to show they are determined to try and match Manchester City in the years ahead.”
      West Ham’s win over the Red Devils thanks to a goal from Said Benrahma damaged the club’s top four hopes with Liverpool hot on their heels, sitting just one point behind them.
      Meanwhile, SunSport also understands that Ten Hag is set to remain loyal to goalkeeper David De Gea, despite his blunder. 
      Declan Rice was impressive against Man Utd
      Benrahma’s weak shot trickled through the grasp of the Spaniard, who has made other high-profile errors this season.
      The source said: “Erik still has faith in David. He still has a future at the club. It’s likely De Gea will start next season in goal for United.
      “There was interest in Jordan Pickford earlier this season. But after he signed a new deal with Everton that interest has cooled.”
      Declan Rice ran rings around Man Utd at the weekendCredit: PA
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      West Ham ‘accept they will have to sell Declan Rice in summer’ as Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd eye £100million transfer

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      WEST HAM have reportedly accepted that they will have to sell Declan Rice this summer.The club captain has attracted interest from top clubs in the Premier League for his form at the club over the last couple of seasons.
      West Ham are reportedly willing to sell Declan RiceCredit: Rex
      The Hammers have been able to keep hold of him following the retirement of veteran Mark Noble.
      But according to the Daily Mail, the East London side are prepared to sell Rice, 24, if an appropriate offer comes in for him.
      Rice’s contract expires in 2024, but there is an option to extend the deal by a further year for the club.
      West Ham will use this clause in their negotiations and argue that his contract is valid until 2025.
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      The England international is valued at £100million and is believed to be a target for Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United.
      And if the club receive a bid that matches their price tag, they will be willing to let him go.
      Rice has already stated that he wants to be competing for the biggest trophies.
      Since breaking into the team Rice has become one of the most complete midfielders in the Premier League, making 200 appearances in the competition.
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      Manager David Moyes previously stated that the midfielder will be very expensive for interested clubs.
      However, there is still some hope at the club that if they win the Europa Conference League and qualify for the Europa League, Rice may be willing to extend terms with the club.
      West Ham play their first leg of the semi-finals against AZ Alkmaar at the London Stadium on Thursday. More