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PL rivals refuse to consider proposal of a swap deal for impressive Man United loanee

Declan Rice in action for West Ham United. (GETTY Images)
Declan Rice in action for West Ham United. (GETTY Images)

West Ham United not keen to include Declan Rice in negotiations with Manchester United for Jesse Lingard

According to The Sun, West Ham United have warned Manchester United against including Declan Rice in transfer negotiations for Jesse Lingard.

The 28-year-old Lingard has been in scintillating form since joining the Hammers on loan in January. With eight goals and four assists in just nine games, he has got the ball rolling from the onset. (h/t Transfermarkt)

His performances have convinced West Ham to keep him on permanently. Since no clause regarding that was included in his loan deal, they are now forced to negotiate a fresh deal with United.

West Ham United not keen to include Declan Rice in negotiations for Manchester United star Jesse Lingard
West Ham United not keen to include Declan Rice in negotiations for Manchester United star Jesse Lingard

The Red Devils are aware that the player’s value has skyrocketed in the past few months. His form hasn’t just boosted West Ham’s top four chances but also seen him return to the England fold.

They are also keen to use the Hammers’ interest in Lingard to work out a deal for Declan Rice. The 22-year-old has been on United’s radar for some time and would be an excellent addition to the United squad.

According to the report, United are considering creating an £80m package for Rice. They plan to reduce the financial commitment by using Lingard as a makeweight.

Jesse Lingard starred on his debut for West Ham
Jesse Lingard has been impressive for West ham United

West Ham now poured cold water on that proposal. They have made it known that they will not be bullied by United in the negotiations.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes signing Rice will help transform United into title challengers. While that may certainly be the case, it does appear increasingly likely that we will need to broker a separate deal for him.

Written by Pranav Nair

An Engineering postgraduate with a keen interest in statistics, pop culture and football.

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