Disaster for West Ham as top star withdraws from national squad

Declan Rice out of England squad with illness

West Ham have been dealt a blow with the news that Declan Rice has withdrawn from the England squad due to illness. The midfielder had been expected to play a key role for the Three Lions in their upcoming Nations League fixtures against Italy and Germany, but he will now miss out.

Rice has been in impressive form for West Ham this season

Rice has been in impressive form for West Ham this season, and his absence will be a major blow to manager David Moyes. The 23-year-old has been a key part of the Hammers' success this season, and he will be missed in their upcoming fixtures.

West Ham will now be hoping that Rice can recover from his illness in time to face Liverpool in the Premier League on October 19.

England have a number of other options in midfield

England have a number of other options in midfield, but Rice's absence will still be a blow. The likes of Kalvin Phillips, Jude Bellingham and James Ward-Prowse will all be hoping to take their chance in the team.

England will face Italy at the San Siro on Friday, September 23, before hosting Germany at Wembley on Monday, September 26.