West Ham United manager David Moyes expects Declan Rice to be given a great reception when he returns to his old club.

Rice, now with Arsenal in the Premier League, is set to take on the Hammers on Wednesday.

The two sides will meet in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, which gives West Ham's ex-captain to reacquaint himself with old friends.

“You've got to remember this is the man who lifted this club's first European trophy in more than 50 years," said Moyes to reporters this week.

“He should be welcomed back with open arms. We're all looking forward to seeing him again.

“He was a brilliant member of the team. He led the team brilliantly well. He conducted himself impeccably as a West Ham captain and as a player.

“The most important thing was that he gave 100 per cent in every game, even though we sort of knew he probably wasn't going to stay at West Ham. So all credit to him. He conducted himself brilliantly well and for that alone he deserves to be cheered.

“I'm really looking forward to seeing Dec again. I've not seen him since he left. I don't know if I want him to play, but I hope he's there."