West Ham midfielder Declan Rice believes Liverpool star Fabinho is the "best defensive midfielder" in world football.

Rice, who has played in every minute of league action this season, was speaking at the FIFA 20 world premiere in London.

He was asked who the best player in the world is in his position as defensive midfielder and replies: “At the moment, it's Fabinho.

“He's adapted to the Premier League really quickly.

“He's strong and powerful. He sees a pass, reads the game well.

“I've got to say him."