Man Utd ‘have clear run’ at £100m Rice as they eye ‘modern version’ of ex-player

According to reports, Man Utd will have a ‘clear run’ at West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice as their Premier League rivals will not pay £100m for him.

Rice has been a standout player for West Ham and England over the past couple of years.

The centre-midfielder made his debut for the Hammers during the 2016/17 season. He has now played just short of 200 times for them across all competitions.

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The 23-year-old has blossomed into a fantastic midfielder and it is only a matter of time before he leaves West Ham. He has been heavily linked with Man Utd. 

ESPN are reporting that United are likely to ‘have a clear run’ at Rice this summer. This is because other clubs are not in a position to splash out around £100m on the Englishman.

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It is stated that Man Utd want Rice to ‘become a modern version of Paul Ince by adding tenacity, determination and leadership’ to their midfield.

Elsewhere, Kevin Phillips has suggested that Aaron Wan-Bissaka “has not progressed” and that he “doesn’t suit” Man Utd.

The 24-year-old has already played 126 times for the Red Devils. He has been criticised for his performances this season though.

Wan-Bissaka has been in and out of the team as he has only started 20 games in the Premier League.

It was reported earlier this week that Crystal Palace are interested in re-signing their former defender.

Phillips has