Gary Lineker has praised West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice on Twitter for his performance against Leeds United at Elland Road.
Rice was in action for West Ham in their Premier League game against Leeds away from home at Elland Road on Friday evening.
Former Tottenham Hotspur and England international striker Lineker was following the match, and he was impressed by the display produced by the 21-year-old, who can also operate as a central defender.
Lineker has also praised West Ham manager David Moyes for the work he is doing at the London club.
How did Declan Rice play against Leeds United?
Rice is one of the best young defensive midfielders in the Premier League and is a regular for West Ham.
The 21-year-old has been playing well for the Hammers this season, and he had yet another good game against Leeds.
The England international imposed himself in the middle of the park, showed his excellent range of passing, and protected the back-line well.
According to WhoScored, Rice played two key passes, had a pass accuracy of 82.1%, won three headers, took 37 touches, attempted two dribble, and made two interceptions.
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