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      Arsenal ‘make huge breakthrough in Declan Rice transfer race with West Ham & England ace preferring Gunners to Man Utd’

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      ARSENAL have reportedly made a huge breakthrough in their transfer chase of Declan Rice.The Gunners are among the clubs desperate to sign the West Ham and England star.
      Declan Rice is said to prefer the chance to join ArsenalCredit: Reuters
      Manchester United, Chelsea and Bayern Munich also remain interested in the midfielder.
      However, the Mirror report Rice is ready to make it clear he favours a move to the Emirates – in a major boost for the North Londoners.
      Rice, 24, will likely be allowed to leave the London Stadium if a Champions League club comes in and matches the Hammers’ £100million asking price.
      But it is Arsenal who have been working hardest, with boss Mikel Arteta devising a plan to rebuild his midfield this summer around Rice.
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      That could see both Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka exit the club, with Rice and Brighton’s Moises Caicedo top of the transfer wish list.
      And the West Ham academy graduate – who was released by Chelsea aged 14 – appears keen to join the project.
      Rice has publicly insisted he remains fully focused on the Hammers for now, especially as he prepares to lead his team out in Prague for the Europa Conference League final on June 7.
      However, once the season is over, speculation will no doubt ramp up with Rice such an in-demand star.
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      Both he and best-mate Mason Mount are wanted in a summer rebuild at Old Trafford that also features England skipper Harry Kane.
      But Bayern fans were feeling confident when the popular Rice was filmed heading out for West Ham training and saying: “Guten morgan,” German for ‘hello’.
      West Ham are already said to have lined up a possible replacement for Rice in the shape of relegated Southampton’s captain James Ward-Prowse.
      Mikel Arteta wants to build his midfield around the England starCredit: Getty More

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      West Ham targeting TWO relegation-battling stars including England international to bolster attack after goal-shy season

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      WEST HAM have identified Leeds midfielder Jack Harrison and Leicester’s Harvey Barnes as summer transfer targets.Leeds and Leicester are sat in the bottom three going into the final weekend, with the latter needing to beat West Ham if they are to have any chance of surviving.
      Jack Harrison is being targeted by West HamCredit: Alamy
      With Harvey Barnes also on the Irons wishlistCredit: Getty
      David Moyes wants to bolster his ranks of homegrown talentCredit: Getty
      Foxes winger Barnes is being tracked by David Moyes as well as Premier League rivals Aston Villa.
      The 25-year-old is expected to leave whether Leicester beat relegation or not.
      Though dropping to the Championship would see the Foxes have to drop their £50million asking price.
      Barnes has 12 goals and one assist in 33 Premier League appearances this campaign, impressive numbers given the struggles at the King Power this season.
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      Harrison, 26, has four goals and seven assists for Leeds, who face Tottenham on the final day having lost 3-1 to West Ham on Sunday.
      The Hammers are looking to add players ready to hit the ground running in the Premier League this summer after a season where a number of arrivals from abroad have taken too long to settle.
      Lucas Paqueta has hit form in recent weeks but took a long time to get used to the Premier League.
      Meanwhile, Gianluca Scamacca and Thilo Kherer have also struggled.
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      Southampton captain James Ward-Prowse has been identified as a potential target.
      However, West Ham are waiting to hear how much the relegated Saints will demand for the midfielder.
      Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha has also emerged as a target to replace Declan Rice, who is being chased by Arsenal and Manchester United this summer.
      The Cottagers would be reluctant to let the Portuguese leave after just one season at the club, though they could be tempted by an offer of £50m.
      West Ham, so far, have indicated they’d be prepared to pay around £40m. More

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      West Ham ‘expect Man Utd to HIJACK Arsenal’s transfer bid for Declan Rice’ as they hold out for huge fee

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      WEST HAM believe Manchester United will hijack Arsenal’s hunt for Declan Rice.The Hammers are confident of getting their full asking price of £100million-plus for their England midfielder.
      Declan Rice will be the subject of a huge transfer tug of war this summerCredit: Getty
      Boss David Moyes admits he expects to lose his skipper this summer.
      But Rice, 24, has two years left on his contract.
      That means an expected club record bid from Arsenal of £92m with add-ons might not be enough.
      The Daily Mail say the Hammers are ready to hold out for much more as they believe United are preparing a bigger offer.
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      It comes as the Gunners reportedly line up three alternatives to Rice.
      Manager Mikel Arteta is still keen on Brighton anchorman Moises Caicedo after two failed bids in January.
      And Real Sociedad’s one-cap Spaniard Martin Zubimendi remains on the radar.
      The third name mentioned is Wolves captain Ruben Neves.
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      The £45million-rated Portugal ace has also been linked with United and Liverpool.
      Arsenal might hope Old Trafford Erik ten Hag continues to prioritise a world-class frontman for his summer transfer activities.
      United’s prime strike targets Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen could cost a similarly-massive amount to Rice and use up the majority of their transfer budget. More

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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