According to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, Chelsea manager Frank Lampard believes that West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice will massively improve his team, and the England international remains the Blues’ number one target.
"Declan Rice is their number one target."
"West Ham were surprised Chelsea didn't make a bid in the summer."
"Drinkwater, Tomori and Alonso are three big names they'd like to sell."@Alex_Crook says #WHUFC's Declan Rice is #CFC's number one target. pic.twitter.com/eXCxwlR3xD
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The 21-year-old is admired at Stamford Bridge after proving himself at the London Stadium following his release by Chelsea as a schoolboy.