Declan Rice prefers to join Arsenal: reports

Declan Rice is in the spotlight as two big English clubs Arsenal and Manchester City are in the race for his transfer from West Ham. The midfielder has had superb performances this season, scoring five goals and providing three assists in 50 appearances.

The Sky Blues are willing to offer £100 million for him while the Gunners have already had two bids rejected by the Hammers. However, the 24-year-old has a preferred destination.

According to several reports, Rice prefers to stay in London for the next few years as his inner circle are comfortable and are not considering a move to Manchester.

Furthermore, according to 'Purple Panel Research', Arsenal's medical tests will take place in the coming days while Pep Guardiola's side have yet to submit an official bid.

The same media outlet reports that the West Ham skipper has been in contact with Bukayo Saka recently and that their good relationship could make the transfer easier.

 

June 23, 2023