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West Ham 'target Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez to replace Declan Rice but face competition from Borussia Dortmund... with Dutch side wanting £45m for Mexico international'

West Ham have lined up Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez as a potential replacement for Declan Rice.

Chairman David Sullivan confirmed Rice has played his last game for the club following their Europa Conference League triumph.

Hammers boss David Moyes is keen on signing James Ward-Prowse, who will leave Southampton after their relegation from the Premier League.

And West Ham are also considering a move for Alvarez, according to the Guardian.

Ajax are prepared to sell the 25-year-old after snubbing an offer Chelsea last summer. The Dutch side want £45million for the Mexico international.