'Everything we need' - Manchester United fans react as Declan Rice saves West Ham in FA Cup

05.02.2022 - 18:41 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Manchester United supporters are calling on figures in the boardroom to step up their pursuit for Declan Rice after watching him save West Ham in the FA Cup.

Having established himself as one of the hottest properties in Europe, the 22-year-old has already been earmarked by the Old Trafford giants as a priority target heading into the summer transfer window.

Less than 24 hours after crashing out of the FA Cup on penalties to Middlesbrough, the player wanted to solve one problem for United next season rolled up his sleeves to prevent the Hammers suffering one of the biggest shocks in the history of the world-famous competition.

West Ham were staring down the barrel of defeat to non-league Kidderminster this lunchtime.

However, after an early goal from Alex Penny, blushes were spared when Rice - summoned from the bench at half-time - burst into the box and sent the fourth round tie to extra-time.

Albeit in humble surroundings at Aggborough, it was a moment that hasn't gone unnoticed at United.

Here are a selection of comments from United supporters about the West Ham talisman;

@dobson_md86 said: "Rice stepping up with a big goal. A proper captain and midfielder. If we aren't going all out for him in the summer then I give up."

@jasonnichols71 posted: "Declan Rice is everything that's right about a footballer."

@MMA_Jim added: "Declan Rice embodies literally everything United didn't have last night."

How much do you think Rice is worth? Have your say in the comments section below.

@MUmyonlyheaven said: "United have to sign Rice. Simple as that. West Ham miss out on UCL this summer and United have to step in."

@amit_mavar posted: "Get rid of McFred and [Paul] Pogba and go get Rice. He's a leader and takes

See showbiz news on manchestereveningnews.co.uk

The website popstar.one is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.

Manchester United fans react to line-up vs Atletico Madrid as Victor Lindelof starts in new role

Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has named his starting line-up for Manchester United's showdown with Atletico Madrid in the first-leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium this evening, making some interesting calls.

'Everything we need' - Manchester United fans react as Declan Rice saves West Ham in FA Cup

Manchester United fans react to line-up vs Atletico Madrid as Victor Lindelof starts in new role

Manchester United fans love what Anthony Elanga did at full-time vs Leeds

Youri Tielemans told to seek Chelsea or Liverpool transfer over Manchester United

'Shocked' - Manchester United fans react to Brighton team news after Paul Pogba omitted

Manchester United fans react to starting line-up vs Southampton as Harry Maguire starts

Rio Ferdinand makes Manchester United top-four prediction ahead of Southampton fixture

Manchester United fans react to starting line-up vs Burnley as Cristiano Ronaldo benched

Manchester United stance on James Garner future

Pogba, Shaw, Wan-Bissaka, Bailly - Manchester United injury news and latest return dates

Manchester United told why Declan Rice would leave West Ham as transfer decision date set

'Prove him wrong' - Manchester United fans react to Donny van de Beek transfer update

How Manchester United's rivals are shaping up ahead of January transfer deadline day

Harry Maguire sets out Manchester United's aims for the second half of the season

Manchester United would be a ‘laughing stock’ if they sold Jesse Lingard to West Ham

Rio Ferdinand gives Manchester United Declan Rice reality check amid transfer interest

Manchester United fixtures compared to Premier League top four rivals

'Good luck, Tony!' - Manchester United fans react as Anthony Martial nears Sevilla transfer exit

Popular Celebrities