David Moyes has revealed he’d ask for Billy Gilmour in exchange for Declan Rice if Chelsea come knocking for his star man this summer.

With West Ham boss Moyes all-but resigned to losing his midfielder maestro in the summer, the ex-Manchester United and Everton chief has joked he is tempted to demand Gilmour in return.

Moyes told the BBC: “The one [Scottish player] who if I could sign tomorrow I would is Billy Gilmour after his opening performances for Chelsea.

“He’s looked like a seasoned pro, he’s looked like somebody who’s hungry, who’s in love with the game.

“I was laughing because I keep getting told that Chelsea want Declan Rice…

“So I thought well I might just decide I want Billy Gilmour and see how it goes.”