Declan Rice absolutely raved about West Ham ace Tomas Soucek, when speaking to the club’s official website, labelling the Czech ace as ‘fantastic’.
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The 25-year-old joined the Hammers from Slavia Prague on loan in January.
David Moyes then turned that deal into a permanent one in the summer for around £19 million (Evening Standard).
And Soucek has already established himself as a real fan favourite at the London Stadium.
The 27-capped Czech Republic international has brought some much needed energy, stamina and athleticism to West Ham’s play in the middle of the park.
We have been crying out for a midfielder like the 25-year-old for quite some time now.
And Declan Rice spoke very highly about Soucek, when speaking to WHUFC.com:
“He’s brilliant to play with. He’s a player we definitely needed, with some legs to make the box and obviously get back as well. He’s added something to the team, which is brilliant. He gives us an out every time and when he’s popping up in the box, we’ve not really had that over the years. It’s fantastic to play with him.”
Soucek has racked up three goals in 19 Premier League games for the Hammers so far (Transfermarkt).
In those outings, the Czech ace has made 40 tackles, 29 interceptions, 47 clearances, 77 ball recoveries. He has won 161 out of 280 individual duels and 107 of 173 aerial battles (premierleague.com).
The 25-year-old midfielder is absolutely vital to the manner in which West Ham play. He has proven to be an absolutely superb addition for the east London outfit.
The £19 million that the Hammers paid for Soucek now looks like a real bargain. Soucek clearly has a huge admirer in the form of Declan Rice.
And if someone as good as the 21-year-old praises you, you know you must be doing something right!
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