Declan Rice has made a surprising admission about his actions prior to his last game for West Ham United, revealing that he had a rather unusual pre-match ritual.
In an interview, Rice confessed that he spent the day before his final game for the Hammers thinking about his impending departure from the club. The England international midfielder, who has been heavily linked with a move to a top Premier League club, admitted that he was already mentally checked out of the London Stadium.
“I think of that day,” Rice said. “I was already thinking about my future, about the fact that I would be leaving West Ham. It was a strange feeling, knowing that it would be my last game for the club.”
Rice’s admission speaks volumes about his mindset at the time. While he has always been a committed and passionate player on the pitch, it’s clear that his heart was no longer fully invested in West Ham.
The 24-year-old’s future has been the subject of much speculation in recent months, with several top clubs reportedly interested in signing him. Rice’s admission has only added fuel to the fire, and it remains to be seen where he will end up next season.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, Rice remains a beloved figure among West Ham fans, who appreciate the contributions he has made to the club during his time in East London.