Manchester United is anticipating a busy summer transfer season, and there are lots of applicants who want to join them at Old Trafford.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side is looking for a central-defensive partner for Harry Maguire, while Borussia Dortmund forward Erling Haaland is the club's top choice in their quest for a new striker.
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Solskjaer's side is still looking for a new midfielder, and the MEN knows that West Ham midfielder Declan Rice is interested in a move to Old Trafford.
The England international has shone for West Ham this season, playing a key role in David Moyes' side's unlikely bid for Champions League promotion, and will be an important part of Gareth Southgate's squad at the European Championships this summer.
The Hammers are under no obligation to sell Rice and could command a substantial fee in the market for his services. He is under contract with the east London club until 2024, with the option to extend the deal for another 12 months.
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This could create issues for United, as pursuing Haaland is expected to cost more than £100 million if a deal with the Norwegian forward is reached.
Meanwhile, a new defensive partner for Maguire would cost a lot of money, with United having to sell certain players if they want to sign the rest of their goals this summer.
Fortunately, United does have several players on their books that could come into play during transfer talks with West Ham.
Jesse Lingard has flourished on loan at the London Stadium since joining the club in January, scoring eight goals and providing three assists in nine Premier League appearances.
Lingard's international career has been revitalized as a result of his recent form, securing him a place in Southgate's squad for the recent international break.
He now has a great chance of succeeding.
West Ham is keen on signing Lingard on a permanent basis, and United has some wiggle room after triggering a one-year extension in his contract last year to prevent him from leaving on a free transfer at the end of the season.
Rice's imminent transfer to United may have a knock-on impact on Solskjaer's team, with the 22-year-old expected to become a regular player, pushing Fred or Scott McTominay out of the starting lineup and lowering Nemanja Matic's status.
The Serbian midfielder has recently been linked with a move to West Ham and could be used as a makeweight in talks with Moyes' side for a contract that would send Rice in the opposite direction.
Phil Jones, who hasn't played for United in nearly 15 months, is another player whose future at the club is unclear, and who has previously been linked with a move to east London.
Though his transfer value has plunged as a result of ongoing injury problems and a lengthy absence from the United side, he is still under contract with the club until 2023, which means United could claim a fee.
Moyes partnered with Jones while in charge of Manchester United from 2013 to 2014, and his links to the club may be beneficial.
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