As Manchester United prepares for a huge summer transfer window with their sights set on returning to Premier League title contention, one key area will need to be addressed. Amid Paul Pogba's uncertain future at the club, the Red Devils have reportedly identified West Ham star Declan Rice as their top priority this summer, though it could take a bid of £100 million ($135 million) in order to secure the English field general. Not only will Rice command a hefty price tag this summer, but United will face competition from Chelsea, who could also be in the market to bring Rice back to his boyhood club.

It's rumored that Chelsea would be Rice's preferred destination, having had trained with the club as a child alongside star attacking midfielder Mason Mount. While he never got the opportunity to feature for the first team, he's since gone on to become a dominant force in the midfield for West Ham, and Chelsea could be willing to pay a premium to get their hands on the 23-year-old.

Of course, the allure of Manchester United could sway Rice to Old Trafford, but it will surely be a fierce competition between some of England's best and richest clubs in order to secure the signature of one of the nation's brightest young talents.

Rice has been one of the key forces behind West Ham's stellar start to the 2021-22 campaign that sees the Hammers sit fifth place in the league. Unfortunately for those at West Ham, Rice is almost sure to be on his way out this summer, with Manchester United and Chelsea now reported to battle it out to bring the English national to their squads.