Ex-Chelsea Star Shuts Down West Ham Exit Rumours

West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice has shut down transfer reports linking him with the biggest clubs on the Premier League scene.

Declan Rice has grown in leaps and bounds since his West Ham United debut against Manchester City.

The young player is now considered as one of the first names on the West Ham United teamsheet with the consistent quality of his performance for the better part of last year.

Declan Rice told BT Sports that his future is at West Ham United amidst the transfer rumours linking him with a move to Premier League giants like Manchester United and Manchester City.

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Rice further revealed that he shares a spectacular bond with the West Ham United fans.

The West Ham United exit rumours heightened on Friday after Hammers boss Manuel Pellegrini revealed that his suitors will have to pay a lot of money to sign him.

Pellegrini said this during his pre-match press thoughts before the 2-0 home loss to Everton.

Declan Rice was recently capped for the England national team and he played 90 minutes against the Toffees.

The 21-year-old is a former Chelsea player who was released by the club at the age of 14 before signing for the Hammers on a free transfer.