D. Rice - a candidate to replace Fernandinho in "Manchester City" team © PA

Declan Rice's future question in the transfer market is still relevant. Although there are still 3 years left in his contract as a defensive midfielder, many wealthy Premier League clubs are interested in his services. The Telegraph reports that Manchester City's priority is for D. Rice to be a long-term replacement for the defender Fernandinho in the City squad. Fernandinho's current contract with Man City will expire after the season and the Brazilian is likely to leave the team. Last summer, Chelsea was actively interested in D. Rice, and both the England national team and Manchester United are also paying attention to the defender.