Declan Rice has been compared to Roy Keane and Michael Carrick by Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham. Rice has been the subject of transfer interest from United for some time, but with West Ham setting a lofty asking price, a deal is yet to materialise.
The defensive midfielder will have two years left on his contract next summer and the MEN understands United have already begun planning a potential move for him for the transfer window.
After some excellent performances under David Moyes, Rice has seen his reputation skyrocket across the country and former United striker Sheringham believes the England midfielder won't be at West Ham for much longer.
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