West Ham fans want Declan Rice on a long-term contract

Football FanCast

By Jack Dixon

Published Jun 23, 2018

West Ham fans want Declan Rice to sign a new contract at the London Stadium.

West Ham are negotiating with exciting youngster Declan Rice over a new contract, as covered by Sky Sports.

Rice was a stand-out performer in a tumultuous season for the London club. A measured defender with the ability to play out from the back, many expect to see Rice become an integral part of the new West Ham side under Manuel Pellegrini.

West Ham have the option of triggering a further year on his existing deal, but feel that his performances this season have warranted an increase in wage and responsibility for the 19-year old.

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Even with the purchase of French centre-back Issa Diop, securing the future of one of the hottest prospects to come out of the West Ham academy in years should be at the top of Pellegrini's wishlist.

Here's a quick look at how the news of the negotiations went down with West Ham fans on social media...