West Ham legend Tony Cottee has revealed that Declan Rice has what it takes to reach the top.
The former Hammers forward claims that games will get more challenging for the midfielder with time.
Opponents are fully aware of his quality now and they will show him more respect. Rice must overcome those challenges.
Cottee’s comments certainly make a lot of sense. This has been Rice’s breakout season and he will need to play better and work harder in order to sustain this level next year.
Speaking to the club’s official website, Cottee said: “Declan is doing everything right at the moment, though.