Declan Rice is off to Arsenal, so who can West Ham get in to replace him?

Here are ten options that David Moyes has to fill the huge void in the middle of his Hammers side.

Thu, 06 Jul, 2023 - 07:25

Ciarán McLoughlin

João Palhinha

The Fulham midfielder had a very impressive first season in England after his move from Sporting last summer. His ability to win possession and protect the back four would make him an ideal replacement for Rice. Palhinha made 147 tackles in the Premier League this season – at least 47 more than any other player in the division, with Moises Caicedo (100) the only other player to hit three figures. Palhinha’s tackle success rate of 70% is one of the best in the league. The one issue could be discipline; the Portugal international committed 48 fouls and received more yellow cards (14) than any other player in the league, which meant he missed three games through suspension.