Chelsea target Declan Rice is being linked with Manchester United.

West Ham’s versatile England star, 21, has so far proved too costly for even the big-spending Blues.

But Rice’s ability to play in central defender or as an anchor midfielder tick two of the boxes Old Trafford boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking to fill.

Chelsea are thought likely to bid again for Rice, although a serious offer might not come until next summer.

And reports suggest United will be genuine rivals for his signature – if the Hammers relent on selling their prized asset.