The foundation of title ambitions! Arsenal to tie Rice down to a new deal before January

Arsenal are intent on officially agreeing a new long-term contract with midfielder Declan Rice before the January transfer window opens.

Details: According to respected transfer insider Ekrem Konur, negotiations between the Gunners’ hierarchy and representatives of the 27-year-old England captain are progressing extremely positively. The London club’s leadership is keen to shield their key midfielder from any advances by Europe’s top clubs, with a significantly improved financial package in the works.

At the Emirates, the England international is viewed as a cornerstone of Mikel Arteta’s long-term sporting project. The club are convinced that Rice’s leadership, outstanding discipline and tireless work rate make him absolutely indispensable as the team compete for the biggest trophies.

It is worth noting that Declan Rice joined Arsenal from West Ham in the summer of 2023 for a club-record £105 million, became the team’s vice-captain and helped the club win the Community Shield and finish as Premier League runners-up.

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