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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.
      Granit Xhaka is set to leave Arsenal this summerCredit: Getty More

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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.
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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
      David De Gea let a poor shot roll into his netCredit: Reuters More

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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

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      West Ham identify former Arsenal star to replace Declan Rice who is Gunners’ top transfer target in the summer

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      WEST HAM are reportedly interested in signing Marseille midfielder Matteo Guendouzi.The Hammers are set to lose Declan Rice this summer, with Arsenal understood to be leading the race for the 24-year-old.
      Rice is expected to leave West Ham in the summerCredit: AFP
      The Hammers reportedly want to sign Guendouzi as his replacementCredit: Getty
      And according to The Athletic, David Moyes and his team have set their sights on former Gunner Guendouzi as the midfielder’s potential replacement.
      The Frenchman spent four years with Arsenal after joining from FC Lorient in 2018.
      He scored once in 82 appearances before leaving North London to join Marseille on a permanent transfer last summer.
      Guendouzi has registered five goals and five assists in 40 appearances for the Ligue 1 giants so far this season.
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      And his fine form has attracted interest from multiple Premier League clubs.
      Aston Villa are also understood to be considering a swoop for Guendouzi.
      Villa boss Unai Emery, who signed Guendouzi when he became manager of Arsenal in 2018, is eager to reunite with the midfielder.
      Marseille have already lined up a replacement for the Frenchman, who is expected to leave when the summer transfer window opens.
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      The Olympians want to sign Chelsea loanee Denis Zakaria from Juventus.
      The Swiss international joined the Blues from Juve in the summer on a temporary deal with an option to buy, but the club is unlikely to trigger the purchase option. More

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      Arsenal ‘confident of Declan Rice transfer’ with Gunners ready to ‘QUADRUPLE’ West Ham star’s salary

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      ARSENAL believe they can seal a deal for West Ham midfielder Declan Rice this summer, according to reports.The Gunners have held an interest in the 24-year-old since January.
      Arsenal are willing to make Rice one of the club’s highest earnersCredit: Getty
      And according to The Star, they are willing to pull out all the stops in order to secure his signature.
      Rice currently earns £60,000-a-week at West Ham, but Arsenal are expected to QUADRUPLE that after negotiating a transfer fee.
      The Hammers are understood to be demanding £100million for their star man.
      But because the midfielder has just one year remaining on his contract, and he is expected to decline any offers of extension, Arsenal could attempt to sign him for less.
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      While on England duty at the World Cup, Rice admitted that he would love to play in the Champions League.
      He said: “One hundred per cent I want to play in the Champions League. For the last two or three years, I’ve been saying that.

      “I’ve been playing consistently well for my club, and I feel like I really want to keep pushing. I see my friends here who are playing Champions League and for big trophies.
      “You only get one career, and at the end, you want to look back at what you’ve won and the biggest games you’ve played in.”
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      West Ham have already lined up a potential replacement for Rice.
      Rob Newman, the club’s head of recruitment, is believed to have been monitoring Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Djibril Sow. More

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      Manager who Tottenham turned down throws hat in the ring for West Ham job if club sack David Moyes

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      PAULO FONSECA remains interested in the West Ham job should David Moyes depart.The Hammers have identified the Portuguese coach – who is currently at Ligue 1 club Lille – as a potential replacement.
      David Moyes’ future at West Ham remains uncertainCredit: Reuters
      Lille boss Paulo Fonseca is keeping tabs on a potential openingCredit: MAX ROSSI
      Moyes, 60, recently revealed he is already planning for next season – but there are question marks over his long-term future after a poor Premier League campaign.
      And SunSport understands that Fonseca, 50, is keeping an eye on the situation in East London from afar.
      It is also understood that Fonseca is open to leaving Lille this summer should he not receive assurances over available transfer funds, despite being under contract until 2024.
      Jobless pair Graham Potter and Brendan Rodgers, as well as Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso, have also been linked.
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      Fonseca came close joining West Ham in 2018 at the end of Moyes’ first spell, meeting with owner David Sullivan, only for Manuel Pellegrini to take over for a brief stint.
      Since then, he has managed Roma and then Lille, taking the latter from 10th to fifth this season – yet they are still 10 points off a Champions League spot with five games left.
      Fonseca is known for his attacking style of play, one which almost saw him land the Tottenham job in 2021 only for negotiations to break down late on.
      The message from inside West Ham is that Moyes is expected to be in charge next season – yet this is largely dependent on results in their final four games.
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      Despite spending £160m last summer, relegation is still on the cards after Wednesday’s 3-0 loss to Manchester City, sitting in 15th just four points above the bottom three.
      The run-in is a tricky one, welcoming Manchester United to the London Stadium on Sunday before a trip to Brentford followed by two defining clashes against 17th-placed Leeds and 16th-placed Leicester.
      West Ham are also tipped to reach the Europa Conference League final with this month’s semi-final versus AZ Alkmaar considered a favourable one.
      Lifting the club’s first piece of silverware since 1980 – and securing European football for a third successive year – could buy Moyes more time.
      However, fans are wary that Moyes would then be entrusted with yet another squad rebuild, especially given the fact skipper Declan Rice is likely to leave for a hefty fee. More