West Ham is not willing to let Declan Rice leave easily. Manchester City is preparing a formal offer for the West Ham captain as the competition to secure the midfielder intensifies. The reigning Premier League champions see Rice as a promising option for this summer and are ready to challenge Arsenal for his signature. With the departure of captain Ilkay Gundogan to Barcelona on a free transfer, City’s desire to sign another midfielder has grown.
Arsenal has been leading the race for Rice but has had two bids rejected by West Ham. The club is demanding £100 million for the English international. Arsenal, considering Rice as their top transfer target, wants to rebuild their midfield around the 24-year-old, who has been aware of their interest for months. Another offer from Arsenal is expected soon.
Rice’s personal preference may play a crucial role in determining his destination, and Arsenal has been confident that he wants to make a move to the Emirates Stadium. However, the prospect of playing under Pep Guardiola at City could potentially change his decision. As Treble winners, City has the financial capability to meet West Ham’s demands.
Manchester United is also considering competing with Arsenal for Rice by proposing a deal that could involve Harry Maguire or Scott McTominay.
City’s decision to formalize their interest in Rice comes after Gundogan rejected a new contract offer to join Barcelona. The European champions have already secured a deal with Chelsea to sign Mateo Kovacic for £30 million but are eager to add another top midfielder to their ranks.
If Rice were to join City, it would raise concerns about the future of Kalvin Phillips. The English international has expressed his desire to stay at the club, but his place in the squad would likely be affected if Rice and Kovacic joined the team.
Furthermore, there are doubts surrounding the future of City’s Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva, as he is attracting strong interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Paris Saint-Germain.
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