Rice began his professional career at West Ham United, having been released by Chelsea 's academy, and established himself as a key first-team player by 2017. In 2022, he succeeded Mark Noble as club captain, and led the club to a UEFA Europa Conference League title the following year, as well as being named the competition's Player of the Season.

Dec 30, 2021 · Despite being a target for Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United, the progress Rice has made to become one of the best players in his position has not gone unnoticed.

Apr 8, 2022 · The 23-year-old midfielder, who has just over two years remaining on his West Ham contract, is a target for Chelsea, football.london understands. After being released by the Blues as a teenager, Rice has continuously been linked with a return to Stamford Bridge with his swift progress for the Irons.

May 23, 2022 · West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has made a final decision on his future, amid talks over his future with the Hammers. It comes as both Chelsea and Manchester United have been heavily linked with a move for the England international.

Oct 20, 2023 · Declan Rice and Eddie Nketiah were released by Chelsea at 14 on the same day. Now they are set to face the club they'd hoped to play for

Jan 14, 1999 · Born in Kingston-upon-Thames in Surrey, Rice was initially on the books of his local club Chelsea from the age of seven before he switched south-west London for the east end and joined West Ham in 2014.

Jul 17, 2023 · Declan Rice's path to Britain's most expensive transfer has not been straightforward – he's gone from Chelsea reject to Arsenal's £105m man

Feb 9, 2024 · Chelsea rejected the chance to sign Declan Rice for just £60m in Frank Lampard’s time as manager of the club, according to former assistant Jody Morris.

Feb 10, 2024 · Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice was keen on a move to Chelsea before signing for the Gunners, a former Blues coach has claimed.

Oct 6, 2024 · Chelsea released Declan Rice as a 14-year-old. He's now a crucial part of Arsenal's midfield and a contender for the 2024 Ballon d'Or.