Declan Rice talks West Ham, Chelsea, England and more with Gary Neville | The Overlap

I am so happy to share my full interview with Declan to you all , brought to you by Sky Bet . Easily the most switched on 23 year old I ‘ve ever talked to .
We chat around his home town , Chelsea , signing for West Ham , losing to Italy with England and so much more .
Plus he teaches me a thing or two on the snooker table …
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00:00-7:52 Declan’s hometown, joining Chelsea’s academy, and his parents impact
7:53-10:50 Getting released by Chelsea
10:51-21:57 Joining West Ham, agents and punditry after football
21:58-28:33 Making his debut, West Ham and Rice’s future
28:34-36:30 Losing to Italy, playing snooker & tackling racism in football
36:31-45:19 Social media & the togetherness of England

[@skybet]

MNF in 12 years… Gary & Declan, who says no? Apart from Carragher 😂

[@zoid9913]

Gary will be prime minister then

[@DarthSmokealot]

Carra will have been sacked for the spitting thing once cancel culture runs out of interesting people to attack

[@Cosmic-Wanderer]

@@DarthSmokealot every manc deserves a lil golly at them. I mean look at the fella. He just hid behind his daughter and did nothing about it 👍🏻

[@Arizzmetic]

Ratio

[@CC-gq4qo]

@@zoid9913 fingers crossed

[@NeglectedGoattt]

We need more footballers like Declan Rice. Great player but more importantly seems to be a top human being.

[@PapaTube-ep1nk]

United do not need him he is too expensive we can buy 6 C/M's for the price of Rice and he is a Chelsea Fan.

[@vl7721]

@@PapaTube-ep1nk when did he say anything about United

[@camus945]

@@PapaTube-ep1nk what you talking bout Willis?

[@franzreyes846]

Both he and Mason Mount always bring the positive vibes wherever they go. You can clearly see why they're such best friends

[@daedralord1]

Rice threw Ireland under the bus to play for england

[@libby_b0145]

In an age of prima donna and arrogant footballers, there’s Declan Rice. One of the most likeable footballers in the premier league.

[@Wilko710]

Prima Donna . Just for future reference.

[@ilcapitano555]

You spelled maradona wrong

[@piercetravers7677]

Not if ur Irish

[@willescott88]

Out of all the elite level footballers, I think the prima donna player is a very small minority. Most players are like Declan Rice They have a flash car, nice house etc because they can afford it but football is still there main focus, otherwise they wouldn’t be where they are.

[@nlizzy9071]

@@ilcapitano555 U must be trolling loooool😂😂😂😂

[@df4291]

Gary has natural interviewing skills, this is the best footie show around by miles. Bare bones, real talk, no hype. Just great insight into what it's like, how it works, and how players deal with all of the behind the scenes things that us mere mortals are curious about. As a Chelsea fan I really hope we land Declan #KTBFFH

[@phildixon5769]

Who does he replace kante or Jorginho though

[@hasana9828]

@@phildixon5769 mcfred

[@mojongani8671]

Jorginho any day

[@davidrichards613]

Not just saying this because I'm a Hammer but I think he's better off staying with us for another season. He's still improving. The prevailing wisdom at the club is that he can add goals and assists to his game but as it stands only United have a first team spot where he would immediately improve them. If he goes to Chelsea or City he would cost them something when replacing who they have. In a year, if he continues growing and adds those goals and assists, he walks into any side. Obviously I'd rather West Ham build a team around him but I fear that's unlikely until 2023 or later, when we are more likely to find new ownership.

[@areebsiddiqui758]

@@phildixon5769 You mean Kante or Kovacic, Jorginho isn't even part of the conversation. 3rd best player in the world my foot.

[@fishstar2974]

This is class, fair play Gary breaching out learning how people watch media these days. Rice is a top bloke as well as top player

[@arnisonxxvi]

Cheers mate thanks

[@ACNC1]

Would've been interesting to hear about his time playing for Ireland.

[@muchiosgracias4]

@@ACNC1 who wants to play for the bitter Irish? They have nothing going for them 😂😂😂😂

[@raykwon7]

Welcome to The Arsenal lad. Great player, great person.

[@billygoat9006]

Met his Dad, Sean, at my work a year or so ago. Had a chat for about 45 minutes, what a top bloke. No surprise Declan is down to earth.

[@thegreatguy3829]

I met Declans grandad in Subway. He bought me a steak and cheese footlong. What a class act.

[@davidwalsh8241]

Sean a great irish name is that.☘☘☘☘

[@i_know_youre_right_but]

@@davidwalsh8241 let it go bro, bitterness will do nothing but eat away at you.

[@35Hoopsfan]

I met his uncle Seamus in a pub, bought me a pint of Guinness..... Top, top bloke.

[@michaelcarter846]

Such a likeable lad, he’s destined for greatness both on and off the pitch

[@djred4847]

@Anthony must be a fan of footballers like greenwood…

[@georgeh2948]

@Anthony fan of a geezer who sucks his daughters toes?? Clever that lad

[@drillboss9151]

@Anthony you dont know shit about footballers go watch your volleyball

[@drillboss9151]

@@djred4847 let Mason Prisonwood piss on him 😂😂

[@nlizzy9071]

@@georgeh2948 I don’t condone sucking toes whether it’s ur daughter or ur wife it’s weird af but don’t try act like Scholes wasn’t a top player because of that🤦🏾‍♂🤦🏾‍♂

[@richardketley8692]

What a great level headed bloke Declan Rice is. A credit to his club, England and himself. Excellent questions from Gary too. Ever thought of coming to Arsenal, Declan ? Shame for us you fit West Ham so well , maybe one day... In the meantime, very best wishes for your career.

[@kushra]

Yoooo

[@carlroberts9347]

👀

[@micaiah2640]

He's here😂

[@richardketley8692]

@@micaiah2640 Yes, my comment was made a year ago 😂

[@babalolakolade7143]

Here he comes 😊

[@HarmvanderWilt]

Lifts the Conference League trophy as a captain and get a 105mln pound move to North London. Welcome to Arsenal Declan. Let's win together 🔴⚪️

[@alansheppard31]

What an absolutely lovely guy Declan Rice seems to be. Down to earth, articulate and an all round nice guy. A credit to his family and West Ham.

[@mattdevereux5940]

Throwback character still get them in the lower leagues.but in the top flight there usually ruined by the money he hasn’t been so far which is wonderful

[@alexsaynor6717]

@Anthony What do you have in mind for him? How would you like him to be?

[@alexsaynor6717]

@Anthony How do you envisage him as a better player? How do you think he should improve?

[@alexsaynor6717]

@Anthony You want him to be the same as them? Has he ever pretended to be of that order?

[@alexsaynor6717]

@Anthony For you to suggest that, it means you think he has incredible potential

[@martellsimpson9429]

Declan Rice... Gassed your Coming to Arsenal.... Don't worry you will be Loved....

[@jamesb4725]

A credit to his family and his club, older players could learn from this lad

[@user-jl7yf6py1k]

He learned everything from Ireland

[@bensmith5288]

@@user-jl7yf6py1k what ?? Get to bed you absolute weapon

[@vassevass]

You can tell it so easily, this mate has been raised properly

[@palashrawat401]

Man you have a terrific name. Mind me asking what country is its origin from? My guess is Austrian/German but I am curious

[@CuiuneDelSud]

Norway ?

[@TOFB]

Raised correctly with Ireland.

[@gareth36]

That was a bloody enjoyable 45 minutes. A cheeky glimpse of inside our national side. Not one player should feel any shame about the Euro defeat,what a ride they gave us.The best in my lifetime.including Italia '90. Bring on Quatar.....extra blood pressure tablets on order.

[@SheevPalps868]

Rice is easily one of my favourite players. He’s so good on the pitch, one of the best midfielders in the league. Off the pitch he shows his personality and seems like such a nice person.

[@mnb9162]

Interesting to see where he goes... Big clubs dont tend to like their sitting midfielders getting forward... His style kind of fits West Ham.

[@limpan9999]

Not just the league, in the world

[@ravimirchandani1503]

Declan sounds like a top bloke. But Gary is proving to be quite the interviewer... keeping it nice and casual but engaging.

[@JW-db8bz]

Going to be absolutely heartbreaking to see him leave us but he deserves to be challenging at the highest level. Exceptional talent and a great lad⚒

[@dickmonkey-king1271]

If you can stay strong and keep animal abusers in your team then you could be champions league next year!

[@JW-db8bz]

@@dickmonkey-king1271 bet you didn't exert the same faux outrage when suarez was biting people, Alonso killed someone and players drink driving. Have you been commenting on Man U fans comments about Greenwood raping people? Or just putting all of your focus on Zouma gently kicking a cat?

[@dickmonkey-king1271]

@@JW-db8bz Just the cat!

[@bailsm6926]

@@JW-db8bz "Gently" hahaha. Man vollied it and slapped the shit out of it, you can't justify that by comparing it to other bellends.

[@matthewomalley6732]

@@JW-db8bz LOL what? Have you seen the coverage of the Greenwood story? Were you paying attention when Suarez was playing?

[@niitrofficial]

Can’t believe he’s at my club now. COYG! 🔴

[@skizzo_deh]

Arsenal are delaying the announcement of this guy 😢... I'm just watching any of his videos I get my hands on.... Hopefully they announce it spectacularly (due to the price tag too and statement of intent from the club 💯). I can't wait to watch him soon ✨... Welcome in advance Deccers 😊😤✨💫. Come on you Gooners ♥️😊💯🔴⚪

[@LiveMakaveli]

This aged well didn’t it. 🔥🍚

[@NaNa-ew6zu]

Declan is such a good footballer but even better a gret character and leader

[@jdubf55]

100%

[@Foxdeceiver]

This is about to get a lot of views

[@projectwelshy2567]

Losing faith in footballers and their attitudes etc. Declan Rice gives me hope. We need more footballers like him. Great, humble bloke. Love this interview

[@mooreman8551]

Desperately needs more of this lads ilk at Man Utd. Leader. Appreciative. Hungry. Humble. Ambitious. Top guy!

[@Awkd]

He will destroy his career if he goes united it's basically a death sentence now .

[@rizzledizzle3443]

Won't win anything there until things get sorted from the top down

[@mooreman8551]

@@Awkd Hopefully better once the dab squad go

[@mooreman8551]

@@rizzledizzle3443 True

[@Awkd]

@@mooreman8551 it's deeper than that buddy

[@franzreyes846]

I would love a version with Mount because with all these negative news with footballers recently, I just want to hear the actual nice guys in football be highlighted more and he and Declan always seem to be the guys bringing the positivity wherever they go 💙💙

[@harrysmith4992]

What a footballer he is, going to be difficult to keep hold of him sadly as a West Ham fan. Just a great guy as well. Was unbelievable in the final as well.

[@harrysmith8090]

Nice name lad

[@matthewharris2909]

He is superb, both as a player & a person. So mature & level headed, really refreshing to see. Ability wise, he has a huge career ahead of him.

[@karlbarry4875]

@@matthewharris2909 He played for Ireland 🇮🇪 singing Irish songs in a bar in Dublin and he was to shut up or get the fuck out with the politics and it was on bagot street In Dublin or he would have been sent home in an envolpe

[@FatTodd]

Hope he brings you the europa league before he goes, he’ll have legendary status

[@matthewharris2909]

@@karlbarry4875 erm, OK?

[@hamiltonmews]

Staggeringly mature, bright and articulate for a 23 year old.

[@philthatcher6111]

I'm loving these interviews Neville has been doing as of late. Top notch watch!

[@alanedwards1466]

Such a lovely young man what a great role model, for the young boys, all credit to his family, wishing you all the best, for the future.from a Leeds United, fan.

[@owenmccoy123]

I'm a longtime Liverpool fan and I really enjoy the way Gary carries himself, the questions he asks, and the intelligent insight he brings. I would never had said this a couple years ago so fair play Gary. I will also say that Declan is one of the most intelligent and level headed footballers I have heard from, definite captain material.

[@samjg101]

What a great guy. Strong minded and his work ethic shows weekly 🙌🏼

[@deathmetal683]

What a wonderfully conducted interview. Kudos to Gary for keeping it so Candid and Declan is a top lad as always. He's the future of England , he'd fit well in just about any top club.

[@denec9162]

its refreshing to listen to a player with a personality tbh.

[@Trollhater-mb8ne]

This young guy is a class act never fails to impress me with his ability and the way he always comes across so well. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@erikrasmussen9651]

How can you not love this lad! He’s a beauty

[@LurganGoon91]

Arsenal have got an absolute superstar

[@nuwrsinclair3506]

Gary love your spirit n energy, you put people at easy ask the right questions and keep it fun and informative 🌟👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏾🙏🏾😉

[@tomsloan641]

love this series, Gary along with Cara has taken the job title "pundit" to a whole new level and set the standard very high

[@Goonerpoo]

He’s ours now

[@rnbyido]

Im a spurs fan, Declan is an absolute breath of fresh air.. what a nice, normal down to earth young guy.. dont ever change Declan.

[@delivett84]

Now a gooner

[@rnbyido]

@@delivett84 yep and he's gone way down in my estimation...twat of a bloke

[@hypnotics7886]

These interviews are good at highlighting that some of our sportsmen/women have personalities and charisma. Declan stands out because he’s both and doesn’t hide it.

[@user-ud5sd4ed4q]

Why is Gary (in the thumbnail )looking like he just heard Decs reject a move to man united after tryna convince him for 1 hour straight 😂😂

[@kris....99]

😂😂😂😂

[@jenniferkeating1124]

Would have lived to hear him talk about his time playing for Ireland, his choice to represent them and then when he made the change.

[@goldinho]

Best show in years, Gary Neville taking over and i'm all for it!

[@Blackpool79]

Declan Rice should be a role model to all young players. Humble and so passionate about the game. Wish more players were like him.

[@xollob]

He is so class this young man. There is hope for the future generation. Well done Gary for the interview.

[@sophiecartman]

This didn't disappoint. Insightful interview and good to hear Dec speak so openly and sweetly. He's a good man and an extremely talented man. He's en route to being one of England's finest in history of football and so very deserved. He's also funny, intelligent, grounded and has good foundation with fam and friends, so important.❤ Wish he was my friend haha

[@user-qo1pk7hc9k]

Rice is one of the few modern day footballers who actually knows how to use his limelight to his own and others advantage. Everyone loves him through his social media activity, the fact he gives back and the fact he seems so genuine. Fair play Declan.

[@andrewwickstead3802]

He is/will become a world star… future england captain and will be one of West Ham’s greatest players to wear the claret and blue ….. and so mature for 23….. just brilliant

[@rachelthompson875]

Love this series Gary keep it up . So natural and relaxed feel like we get to know more about the person underneath the shirt and how hard they work to get where they are . Top man Declan rice aswell can’t beat a humble top player

[@devonbeckles4399]

He is a gunner now makes this tape bring many more views

[@georgeday9852]

Great great interview. Declan can and will be a role model to a new generation of footballers looking for inspiration in a time of so much controversy. Gary showing his skills to lead a casual chat is also nice to see. As a west ham fan its painful to see how obvious it is he's gonna leave, but I think it's also obvious he'll always hold us in his heart. I'll keep on hating some of the prems big names, like Chelsea Liverpool and United, but, no matter where he goes, I'll always be a fan of him. Go win it all, Declan ⚒️

[@brianfernandes2382]

Well done Gary, this is a great new format to informally introduce players to your audience and capture them as they are. Declan is without a shadow of a doubt one of the finest talents in the country right now. I really do hope the new share holder is able to invest in the squad and work around building a strong team around the likes if Rice & Bowen to compete at the highest level.

[@EnglishforFOOTBALLFANS]

It's nice to hear his story. He seems like a great lad and I wish him all the best.

[@LukeLegendLee]

I wasn't immediately a fan of Declan Rice until I seen some of his performances for England and watched the genuine, honest approach in his interviews you can't help be like the fella. A great inspiration for all at such a young age.

[@RH_oo]

At his age, he's so well spoken 💙

[@Matt-vp6eq]

I grew up in the same area as Declan, albeit a few years older. I remember playing with him down at the rec at a few times in those hot Summer's evenings and being pretty mesmerized by his skill and guile for such a young age. He's grown into a top bloke!

[@Jamie-bz5wd]

Can’t imagine - I played against a Scotland U-16 in the cages in Glasgow and was blown away lol never mind an actual footballer

[@fantasyfilters580]

His energy is constantly buzzing 🤣 can't imagine him on a downer at all

[@paulgal]

@@Jamie-bz5wd I played against Barry Bannan at 7s when he played for Villa we normally beat the team. They beat us 11 2 he scored 9 😂

[@jordannolan4008]

Is this when he was Irish?

[@kye3398]

@@jordannolan4008 played for Ireland*

[@webs5763]

I saw Declan rice at an Se dons cup final 3 years ago. I was making a documentary on se dons & asked Declan if he’d give me an interview & he answered all my questions with genuine interest. One of the nicest people I’ve met 🤝

[@lab7974]

I love these overlap interviews 💯

[@charlie96]

Feel like Gary is one of them uncles you can’t wait to see during a family event!

[@peterscourfield9533]

Another gem of an interview from Gary Nev. Off the back of this, I hope Rice goes on to have a really successful career.

[@paulchapman565]

Great interview as always. Declan’s personality is top class. When he’s says big dogs 😂😂😂😂

[@Galletapaseos]

I really enjoyed this! Brilliant spin off this Overlap! Thanks sky and Gary for this

[@salma9227]

Really great interview from both. Declan is fantastic to listen to and I really hope he achieves all his goals. Already a good footballer with a higher ceiling, great character, strong mentality and a leader too!

[@uchejoel]

What an interview.. Rice is amazing. Thanks Garry

[@jordannolan4008]

Garrry

[@adamtench4447]

Captain material. Such a wise head for someone so young. This guy has a bright future.

[@StefanP742]

Love watching these. Could also just listen to Declan for hours. Top guy, top footballer.

[@JenksCoach]

Biggest thing I noticed in this, which don't think ive seen from any other footballer, every time he goes to answer a question he pauses and takes a breath. Just seems like he is composing and really thinking about the answer. This then allows him to get it across in a really good way. Brilliant episode, my favourite by far I think!

[@DiscGolfNerd]

Seems like a great dude. Good head on his shoulders for his age in particular. I hope Chelsea bring him in over the summer.

[@PilbeamMP97]

Brilliant! Top man Declan! Proud that you’re our captain Hope we can fill your trophy cabinet to bursting!!

[@jonlowe8727]

Another great interview in a great series. Top content 👌

[@jameswalker3966]

This lad is so down to earth and grounded he's an inspiration 👌🏻👍🏻

[@Aimtofflan]

So lucky to have him at West Ham!

[@shaneperth7617]

What a player, what a Barnet

[@chrisferns5352]

Finally someone sees it great player terrible hair cuts

[@Cartierian]

@@chrisferns5352 Nothing wrong with his Barnet though

[@benricketts1768]

Syrup

[@JayJope]

Said he wants to win it all, a year on and he’s lifted a European trophy.

[@joshbond3883]

Really enjoy these videos. Rarely get such an extended interview with a footballer in a laid back setting

[@D4NNY98.]

He’ll become one of the best English captains of all time

[@safcjoe7062]

does euro finalist, and qatar world cup winner not make him the best😂

[@pauloneill914]

Funny thing is he’s Irish lol and has went to England to win things with them. Laughable… England aren’t good enough to win anything

[@JakeT89]

@@pauloneill914 yer can hear it in his accent 🤔🙄 plus of course being born and raised in Ireland..... and by Ireland I mean Kingston upon Thames to parents also born and raised in Kingston upon Thames!!!! The lad is English, end of, get over it. Maybe if Ireland developed their own talent rather than trying to steal young English players that haven't fully realised their potential yet and stopped pushing them as young kids to make a decision on their international career before they're even old enough to sign a pro deal then this sort of thing wouldn't happen!!! But yes.... he's Irish.... if that helps you sleep at night 🤣😂

[@pauloneill914]

@@JakeT89 you are a scream lol the lad is that daft he doesn’t know what nationality he is Forza Italia

[@JakeT89]

@@pauloneill914 "forza italia"?? seems you don't either 😂 is it Irish or Italian? Must be a common thing by the looks of it, Irish changing nationality as soon as they can haha.

[@m4rtjones]

as a Kiddy fan, this guy did his best to ruin our day and he did, but was a humble guy at the end. Good luck Declen in living your dream

[@MrJohndory111]

Certain footballers recently have made the front pages for very wrong reasons, so it's nice to watch this interview and listen to a very down to earth and likeable young man. The game needs more role models like him!

[@clipped6963]

Love this series cus its not the same generic answers, but every guests lets their guard down and just gives honest answers, especially the bit about Rice not liking digs then growing older he misses it. A life lesson right there to savour the present

[@rudebwoi369]

Most people will find themselves smiling at some point whilst watching this, and that's ok. Well done G nev and the overlap. Please keep them coming

[@da4728]

Top top player love this guy as a payer and as a geezer , just seems soooo normal & always got banter . Best all round midfielder since Gerrard and Best defensive English midfielder since Paul Ince . Absolute warrior and fighter on the pitch . 💪

[@snotwurfit]

Thoroughly enjoyable watch. What a decent, grounded lad. What a fantastic footballer. He plays well above his years. They've been saying that at West Ham for ages. Will be sad to see him leave, I think a lot of West Ham fans are resigned to it. But he's ambitious and you can't knock that. I'd never begrudge him want to achieve things in life and would wish him all the best and say thanks to him for giving 100% in the Claret and Blue. Who knows, if we can either secure a Champions League place (unlikely) or win the FA Cup or Europa League (possible) it might convince him to stay another season. Good luck Deccers whatever you do. COYI

[@niallo247]

Best one so far. Well done 👏🏼

[@westham647580]

Absolutely love Rice, class player, class person. I am just going to enjoy every minute he plays for West Ham. If he stayed with us he could be as much of a legend as Moore, Bonds and Brooking, he is that loved by the fans. ⚒️⚒️⚒️⚒️

[@anthonycrowley6682]

He is the new Bobby Moore in the making ⚒⚒

[@i_know_youre_right_but]

As much as he’s a nice guy, he won’t stay at West Ham. I don’t care who you are, that level of loyalty does not exist in football these days.

[@samuelasamoah9806]

Love how they talked about everything that happened at the euros👌

[@Sweeeeedyy]

Bloody great content. Love to see it.

[@MrDevk29]

A great lad. Humble. Keep going forward, mate.

[@owenmatthews3556]

Phenomenal interview by Gary Neville. One of the best football interviews I've ever seen... also help that Declan is confident in himself, good guy and obviously a future England captain. He'll follow in Bobby Moore's footsteps and lift the world cup and Michael Jordan Westham into Champs league domination.

[@benn0723google]

You can literally interview anyone, what a position to be in, what about an ex team mate and have some stories and laughter about your time as a footballer, we don't hear enough about the stories you all must have! Love the concept and the videos, we'll done Gary 😀

[@owenantonen542]

The best overlap interview yet. 👍

[@TheCelebrityLoopYT]

the overlap is hands down the best channel on youtube

[@shirazfarooq4122]

I’m a Liverpool fan, but Declan Rice is pure class, very humble

[@thethreebears1]

I absolutely love Declan. He’s the man. United fan. Would respect him even if he played for the scousers.

[@BeanPlaysGames]

What a breathe of fresh air this lad is. Head totally screwed on, no ego at all, loving life as a footballer for all the right reasons.

[@markharriot6850]

Top player and by all accounts a really good and humble guy off the pitch. You can only wish a young man like this nothing but the very best for his career.

[@martinelsworth4650]

These interviews are absolutely top drawer, by far and away the best real football content out there. Declan Rice is class, what a great lad. Massively enjoyed this.

[@rafanyu9240]

Great interview I hope the media does not pick out sentences or words out of it to start dramatizing everything and God forbid make this lad loose focus on his season like it did Kane

[@28wilksy]

Overlap is easily the best thing on KZbin

[@glennowen1121]

This kid is the real deal, young footballers need to look up to the likes of Declan, nice lad, down to earth and a top player, great interview 👍👍👍👍