Declan Rice, the West Ham United and England international midfielder, has been linked with a summer move to Arsenal and is said to be enquiring about the club.
Rice has been one of the standout players in the Premier League for some seasons now, and his performances have not gone unnoticed by some of the biggest clubs in England.
Reports have emerged that Rice is personally enquiring about Arsenal ahead of a potential move. The 22-year-old is said to be keen on a move to the Emirates, and he is reportedly eager to learn more about the club and its ambitions for the future.
🚨 @adrianjclarke: “I can’t reveal my source, but I do know that Declan Rice has been sounding out people connected with Arsenal in regards to, ‘What’s it like there? What’s it really like?’, so that sounds like a positive.”
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This is a sign that Rice is taking a proactive approach to his career, and that he is not content to simply wait for offers to come his way. It is also an indication that he might be open to a move to Arsenal after all.
Arsenal are said to be in the market for a central midfielder this summer, and Rice is seen as a perfect fit for their needs. He is a versatile player who can play as a holding midfielder or as a central defender, and he has the passing range and defensive instincts to make a big impact at the Emirates.
West Ham United are likely to demand a high fee for Rice, who is one of their most valuable assets. However, Arsenal will be hoping that his contract situation helps the club get him for a decent fee.
If Arsenal can secure his signature, they will have one of the best young talents in English football in their ranks, and they will be well positioned to compete for silverware in the years to come.
