Declan Rice

Arsenal have made Chelsea target Declan Rice their top target in the summer as they look to add some depth and strength to their midfield.

If Chelsea miss out on Champions League football it could be a big factor in the final call from the player. [Report: Chelsea Remain Very Interested In Vitor Roque](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-remain-very-interested-in-vitor-roque) [Report: Chelsea Continue Talks With PSV For Noni Madueke](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-continue-talks-with-psv-for-noni-madueke) [Report: Chelsea Expected To Bid For Moises Caicedo This Week](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-expected-to-bid-for-moises-caicedo-this-week) [Report: Chelsea Could Try Again For Leandro Trossard](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-could-try-again-for-leandro-trossard) [Report: Chelsea Still Want A Midfielder In January](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-still-want-a-midfielder-in-january) [Report: Chelsea Target Marcus Thuram Will Cost £10million](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-target-marcus-thuram-will-cost-10million) [BREAKING: Chelsea Reach Agreement To Sign Mykhailo Mudryk](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/breaking-chelsea-reach-agreement-to-sign-mykhailo-mudryk) [Report: Chelsea In Talks With PSV For Noni Madueke](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-in-talks-with-psv-for-noni-madueke) Declan Rice will not be allowed to leave West Ham in January and that much has been made abundantly clear, but there is an expectation he will definitely be gone in the summer. [Gary Jacob](https://twitter.com/garyjacob) of t [he Times](https://twitter.com/thetimes), Arsenal have now made Declan Rice their top summer target for the midfield and are prepared to try and sign him. Rice will be allowed to leave West Ham in the summer if the right offer comes along with the hammers reportedly wanting around £80million for the player. [Mykhailo Mudryk](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/mykhaylo-mudryk/profil/spieler/537860) from them, but it could be Arsenal's turn to return the favour in the summer.

Arsenal want to sign Declan Rice and are optimistic about beating rivals, Chelsea chief among them, to the West Ham midfielder's signature.

The player is understood to be open to the potential move. Rice has not experienced that at West Ham and is more concerned with digging them out of a relegation battle this season. Manchester United are also expected to take a close interest in Rice’s situation.

West Ham star Declan Rice is emerging as Arsenal's priority transfer target this summer with Mikel Arteta prepared to break the club's transfer record to ...

with Gunners chiefs confident they can beat Chelsea to sign him after losing out on Felix and Mudryk to the Blues Arsenal, barring a total capitulation of their season, will regain their Champions League status. In January 2021, when Chelsea's interest in the player first came to the fore, David Moyes, the West Ham manager, said it would take Bank of England and Bank of Scotland money to persuade the east London club to sell. Manchester United, for one, had enquired over his availability. It was reported that interest in the midfielder last summer cooled as a result of West Ham demanding close to £150m for the player. West Ham captain Rice is set to leave the London Stadium this summer, with the Hammers

Arsenal have been linked with an £80million summer transfer for Declan Rice and are 'confident' they can beat Chelsea to the signing.The West Ham mid.

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Chelsea remain interested in Declan Rice but Arsenal are far more likely to have Champions League football on offer.

If they succeed in signing Rice, the Englishman would compete with Xhaka, Partey and Martin Odegaard for a place in Arteta’s starting lineup. [significant investment in defensive midfielder Casemiro](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/01/13/tell-fix-how-casemiro-proved-catalyst-manchester-uniteds-transformation/) could mean they are willing to step away from the race. [victory in Sunday’s north London derby](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/01/15/tottenham-vs-arsenal-live-score-premier-league-derby-latest/) and are now 14 points ahead of fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur. [face a repeat of the Mykhailo Mudryk situation](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2023/01/15/chelsea-sign-mykhailo-mudryk-how-good-ukrainian-neymar/), in which the Stamford Bridge club outbid their London rivals. [Arsenal could face competition from Chelsea](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-cup/2022/11/22/jude-bellingham-declan-rice-set-cash-world-cup-bidding-war-hots/), Rice’s boyhood club, but are understood to be growing in confidence that they will be able to secure his signature in a deal worth around £70 million. But Chelsea’s struggles in the Premier League — they are currently 10th — mean that Champions League qualification is now looking increasingly unlikely.

Arsenal are planning a summer move for West Ham midfielder Declan Rice and are growing in confidence that a deal can be done. Rice's contract expires in the ...

[Aston Villa](https://theathletic.com/football/team/aston-villa/)’s [Douglas Luiz](https://theathletic.com/football/player/douglas-luiz-CHNVRjeQMpH8Djsg/). [Joao Felix](https://theathletic.com/football/player/joao-felix-ucCJXAWiq0yowCTd/) and [Mykhailo Mudryk](https://theathletic.com/football/player/mykhailo-mudryk-q8qemKXwIpkC0AL6/). I see my friends here who are playing Champions League and for big trophies.” [Thomas Partey](https://theathletic.com/football/player/thomas-partey-WvYPPsYnodFQ5XO1/) and [Mohamed Elneny](https://theathletic.com/football/player/mohamed-elneny-fPweHDfEZTmUJqFs/) have returned from injury, so a midfielder is considered less of a priority in this January transfer window. [Chelsea](https://theathletic.com/football/team/chelsea/), [Manchester City](https://theathletic.com/football/team/manchester-city/) and [Manchester United](https://theathletic.com/football/team/manchester-united/) have all previously registered an interest in the midfielder, with Chelsea initially exploring a potential transfer in the summer of 2020. [Arsenal](https://theathletic.com/football/team/arsenal/) are planning a summer move for [West Ham](https://theathletic.com/football/team/west-ham-united/) midfielder [Declan Rice](https://theathletic.com/football/player/declan-rice-duZsAMRHQ2yZkpLT/) and are growing in confidence that a deal can be done.

Arsenal have been linked with a summer swoop for West Ham United captain Declan Rice, with Chelsea and Manchester United having previously explored a move ...

"I see my friends here [with England at the World Cup in [Qatar](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/qatar)], who are playing Champions League and competing for big trophies. "In the end one of their chances will lead to something, with their free-flowing football they managed to get through. However, league leaders [Arsenal have been tipped to steal a march](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/arsenal-rice-transfer-westham-chelsea-28969437) on their rivals with a £75m swoop over the summer. However, having yet to feature in the A regular for England at Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup, Rice made his 200th senior appearance for West Ham earlier this season. I really want to do that." It's a tough one because first half even though we didn't have much of the ball we defended really well, had a plan, went one-nil up but you can't sustain that for 90 minutes against a team like Arsenal, it's the same against City. You can see they are coached incredibly well, have a lot of attacking talent, a young squad and they can go the whole way for sure. Rice was asked about the high-flyers after the game, and his comments about Arteta may well be music to the Gunners' ears. "They are a top team. [taking the lead at the Emirates Stadium before conceding three second-half goals to lose in north London](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/arsenal-west-ham-goals-highlights-28818845). [Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc) and [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) have been long-time admirers of Rice, who took over as [West Ham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/west-ham-united-fc) captain this season after Mark Noble's retirement.

Arsenal transfer news: Catch the latest Arsenal transfer news including updates on Declan Rice, Raphinha and Dusan Vlahovic with the January window in full ...

The England international has been tipped to make a return to [Chelsea ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/)after leaving the club at youth level earlier in his career but a move to the Emirates Stadium could now be on the cards. Juventus are also said to be in financial turmoil, something that could potentially help the Gunners prise the 22-year-old away from Turin. Speaking after Barcelona beat Real Madrid in Sunday's Super Cup final, he said: "This is my first trophy with this giant club, this enormous shirt of FC Barcelona - it’s incredible. The report from The Times claims Rice has already rejected three new offers from West Ham. [Arsenal ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/)have reportedly made West Ham captain Declan Rice their top target for next summer. [Rice](https://www.football.london/west-ham-united-fc/news/declan-rice-transfer-chelsea-arsenal-25939659), 24, has been linked with a [move away from the Hammers ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/declan-rice-chelsea-graham-potter-25878163)for some time after advancing as one of the Premier League's best midfielders.

Arsenal have been linked with an £80million summer move for Declan Rice and are 'confident' they can beat Chelsea to his signing.The West Ham midfiel.

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West Ham set to cash in on England star Declan Rice after failing to agree new contract.

“You only get one career and at the end of your career, you want to look back at what you have won and the biggest games you have played in. Chelsea, previously seen as favourites, have cooled their interest as they focus on Fernandez and Brighton’s Moises Caicedo. In the past two seasons, West Ham have at least been able to offer some level of European football, with the intention to kick on and push for Champions League qualification after a £170m summer spend.

Arsenal have reportedly made West Ham United and England midfielder Declan Rice their 'top summer transfer target' but how do his 2022-23 stats compare with ...

Granit Xhaka – 1.2 (0.6) Declan Rice – 1.3 (0.2) Thomas Partey – 1.3 (0.5) Granit Xhaka – 0.8 (66.6%) Declan Rice – 61.4 (89.9%) Granit Xhaka – 0.4 (66.6%) Declan Rice – 0.6 (54.5%) Thomas Partey – 0.6 (54.5%) A heavy-duty Class 7 truck on bicycle wheels. Rice is widely regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders of his generation. This guy is a monster. But they’ve had little luck in the transfer window this January, with Chelsea beating them to sign previous targets Joao Felix and Mykhailo Mudryk.

Chelsea, who recently beat Arsenal to the signing of Shakhtar Donetsk forward Mykhailo Mudryk, were thought to be in pole position to sign Rice this summer. But ...

However, the East London club might not get up to that fee. Gunners boss, Mikel Arteta, is ready to break the club’s transfer record to sign the England international. Rice looks set to leave the Hammers this summer, with the club asking £100million.

Latest Arsenal news takes a closer look at what the potential arrival of Declan Rice at the end of the season will mean for the Gunners in the summer ...

As none will meet the criteria for an under-21 player, they must be registered in the 25-man squad in order to feature in the Premier League next season. Matt Smith has also been named despite no official promotion thus taking the total to seven. [Aside from Mari who will complete a permanent transfer to Monza provided they avoid relegation in Serie A](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/pablo-mari-monza-edu-arsenal-24727622), decisions have to be made regarding the other loanees and any Arsenal players surplus to requirements as Premier League rules effectively guarantee at least eight departures in the summer one way or another whether Rice signs or not. [if still at the club of course amid ongoing contract negotiations](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/william-saliba-arsenal-contract-tottenham-25987424) - must be registered in the 25-man Premier League squad for next season. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) believe that their status as Premier League leaders puts them in a strong position to win the race - [ although in keeping with the club's transfer policy they won't overpay](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-chelsea-mudryk-transfer-hijack-25980356). [According to The Times](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-declan-rice-transfer-edu-25992515), the England international is expected to depart the London Stadium at the end of the season as he's been unwilling to sign an extension to his contract which expires in 2024 - with an option to extend for a further year - and could cost in the region of £80m.

When many people saw Mykhailo Mudryk wearing the Arsenal shirt, Todd Boehly saw the perfect opportunity to throw some dynamite into the mix.

According to The Times, Arsenal have made Declan Rice their number one target for the summer of 2023 and they trust they can beat Chelsea to the signing. Rice, were he to sign, would fight for a place alongside Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka, the two pillars of Arteta’s midfield. So, if Arsenal get him, it would be a huge coup for the club and one that would hurt those at Chelsea.

Piers Morgan has made a personal plea for West Ham captain Declan Rice to join Arsenal, claiming the England international would fit 'absolutely perfectly' ...

'If Arsenal want to win the League this season, we can't faff around for weeks on key targets and then get outflanked/outbid at the last minute. Arsenal, barring a total capitulation of their season, will regain their Champions League status. 'I'm irrationally annoyed about this Mudryk fiasco. Come and be loved.' 'How can this be happening? Piers Morgan has issued a plea for Rice to complete a move from the Hammers to Arsenal

Arsenal have became favourites in the race for Declan Rice in the last couple of weeks. The West Ham midfielder looks increasingly likely to join the ...

Rice is now much more likely to join Arsenal than Chelsea. The fee reported is around £80million. [Report: Chelsea Remain Very Interested In Vitor Roque](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-remain-very-interested-in-vitor-roque) [Report: Chelsea Continue Talks With PSV For Noni Madueke](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-continue-talks-with-psv-for-noni-madueke) [Report: Chelsea Expected To Bid For Moises Caicedo This Week](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-expected-to-bid-for-moises-caicedo-this-week) [Report: Chelsea Could Try Again For Leandro Trossard](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-could-try-again-for-leandro-trossard) [Report: Chelsea Still Want A Midfielder In January](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-still-want-a-midfielder-in-january) [Report: Chelsea Target Marcus Thuram Will Cost £10million](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-target-marcus-thuram-will-cost-10million) [BREAKING: Chelsea Reach Agreement To Sign Mykhailo Mudryk](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/breaking-chelsea-reach-agreement-to-sign-mykhailo-mudryk) [Report: Chelsea In Talks With PSV For Noni Madueke](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-in-talks-with-psv-for-noni-madueke) [Nizaar Kinsella,](https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella) Arsenal have moved into the lead in the race to sign Declan Rice in the summer. Arsenal have moved into the lead and are expected to land Rice in the summer. [Mykhailo Mudryk](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/mykhaylo-mudryk/profil/spieler/537860) to Chelsea in the manner that they did last week, but they could return the favour in the summer when it comes to [ Declan Rice.](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/declan-rice/profil/spieler/357662)

Arsenal could have a new-look midfield next season with the north Londoners linked with a club-record deal to sign Declan Rice.The West Ham skipper is.

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While the signings of Christian Eriksen and Casemiro upgraded Manchester United's midfield this summer, there is still some room for improvement.

[Casemiro ](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/casemiro)has fast become a fan favourite and if he can keep up the same level of performance into his thirties he should be a strong option for United for years to come. This brings his skillset more into line with what Ten Hag will want from his Casemiro partner. Frenkie de Jong was on the radar last summer, but Barcelona were not willing to sell the player unless they received a fee they deemed suitable despite their financial issues. So who are the alternatives? This is where Declan Rice comes in. However, he can be pressed effectively in midfield meaning [United ](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc)lose the ball in dangerous areas, and out of possession he often allows the opponent to go past him too easily.

West Ham captain Declan Rice is rumoured to have plenty of admirers over at Arsenal and the Gunners are thought to be plotting a mega-money move for him in ...

[HAVE YOUR SAY!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-transfers-declan-rice-comments-28979811#comments-wrapper) Would Rice be a successful signing for Arsenal? Earlier on this season, the Gunners made light work of the Hammers at Emirates Stadium [with a 3-1 Boxing Day win](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/arsenal-west-ham-goals-highlights-28818845). I’m really ambitious and I really want to do that." While away with England at the World Cup, Rice laid bare his feelings on his own aspirations. "Like you said, I see my friends here who are playing Champions League football, winning the trophies. Comment [below](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-transfers-declan-rice-comments-28979811#comments-wrapper). I think they're a top team, you can see they're coached incredibly well. Rice's Hammers contract runs until 2024, meaning the summer presents the club's last real chance to cash in on the talented 24-year-old. [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) football and try his hand at the highest level. They're a good team. [David Moyes](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/david-moyes) is unlikely to be thrilled by the idea of Arsenal trying to pry away his most prized asset, Rice may welcome the interest from the [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) leaders. [Declan Rice](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/declan-rice) appears to think very highly of [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc), if the midfielder's recent comments on the Gunners are anything to go by.