🚨David Moyes asked how to explain some of West Ham’s heavy defeats this season: “Declan Rice. When you’ve got the best midfield player in the country protecting, probably limiting 50 per cent of their attacks it makes you much a better defensive team.”

Marching to Chelsea Stadium in the context of having no more goals to strive for, West Ham United quickly collapsed when the Blues played explosively . Right in the first half, West London Club led 3-0. In the second half, the home team at Stamford Bridge scored 2 more goals to complete the 5-0 win.

West Ham lost comprehensively to Chelsea – Photo: Internet

In addition to an unfocused defense, West Ham United was completely overwhelmed when the duo Moises Caicedo and Conor Gallagher played effectively. Coach David Moyes himself admitted that the lack of a player like Declan Rice caused The Hammers to lose heavily.

“We don’t have a player like him. With Rice, you have the best defensive midfielder in England, ensuring the ability to intercept and reduce 50% of the opponent’s attacks. West Ham United did not create a good enough defensive wall in front of the back four,” Metro newspaper quoted coach David Moyes as saying.

In the summer of 2023, West Ham United accepted Declan Rice to join Arsenal when the English midfielder expressed his intention to leave. The “Gunners” had to pay their partner 116 million Euros, thereby making Declan Rice the most expensive signature in Premier League history.

Rice became the regret of coach David Moyes – Photo: Internet

Immediately after arriving at Arsenal, Declan Rice became a key factor helping the team compete for the championship. After 36 appearances, the Republic of Ireland-born star scored 7 goals and had 9 assists.

Meanwhile, West Ham United is struggling with a plan to replace Declan Rice. Faces like Edson Alvarez or James Ward-Prowse have not met the expectations of coach David Moyes.