Arsenal launch bid to try and sign £88M midfielder from Premier League rivals

Arsenal are ready to launch a shock bid for Declan Rice, according to reports in the Spanish media

Over the past few seasons Declan Rice has developed into one of the best players at the club – and one of the most impressive midfielders that the Premier League has to offer.

He really is the leader at the Hammers and a man that they are hoping to keep at the club for as long as they are possibly too – but that has not stopped speculation regarding his long-term future at the club

Chelsea fc are continuing to be linked with a move for the England International – and it is believed that Rice has already made up his mind about leaving the Hammers after rejecting the clubs massive contract offer

Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad in January with Mykhailo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk – However, Spanish outlet Fichajes report the Emirates boss wants his board to sanction a big-money move for Rice in the summer.

West Ham captain Rice, 23, is rated at around £88million and his club have previously refused to let him leave despite plenty of interest.

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Why shouldn’t Arsenal make a move for Declan Rice? They have the money and the quality to compete with the likes of Chelsea, especially now.

His style of play would be a brilliant addition to that Gunners midfield and he honestly would be a player that fans would love.

We honestly believe that Chelsea are the team to beat in this chase – but there is no doubt that Rice would be a world class signing for the Gunners – and a man that would protect that back-line perfectly

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