Tag: Declan Rice

Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal offer being considered by Spanish 28yo

Arsenal is leading the race to sign Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid facing challenges in their pursuit of the Spanish midfielder.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal leads race for Mikel Merino as Atletico Madrid struggles to keep up

Arsenal targets Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino as midfield reinforcement. Atletico Madrid also shows interest, but Gunners lead the race for the European champion.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, acknowledges the fans following the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on May 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arteta urges further Arsenal “upgrades” despite imminent Calafiori signing

Mikel Arteta calls for additional Arsenal signings despite impending Calafiori deal, aiming for squad "upgrades" to challenge for the title.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: England players celebrate with fans during the England Women's Team Celebration at Trafalgar Square on August 01, 2022 in London, England. The England Women's Football team beat Germany 2-1 in the Final of The UEFA European Women's Championship last night at Wembley Stadium. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

Declan Rice wants England to follow Lionesses’ example

Declan Rice has spoken about taking inspiration from the Lionesses' Euros victory in 2022 as England prepare for their Euro 2024 final.
GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY: Declan Rice of England clashes with Francesco Calzona, Head Coach of Slovakia, as he is held back by teammates after the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between England and Slovakia at Arena AufSchalke on June 30, 2024. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Slovakia manager addresses Declan Rice confrontation

Arsenal's Declan Rice was involved in an altercation with the Slovakia manager after England's Euro 2024 last-16 win on Sunday.
Albert Sambi Lokonga trains with Arsenal (Photo via Lokonga on Instagram)

Arsenal midfielder agrees personal terms with Sevilla with clubs in advanced talks

Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga is close to joining Sevilla on loan, but negotiations over a purchase clause are ongoing.
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - JUNE 20: Declan Rice of England reacts after the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Denmark and England at Frankfurt Arena on June 20, 2024 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Declan Rice injury update after England training absence

Arsenal's Declan Rice didn't train with England on Thursday, but reports suggest there's no injury for the player, and he should be available against Slovakia on Sunday.

Which Arsenal players made Euro 2024 last-16 & who will they face?

Leandro Trossard became the last of eight Arsenal players to make the last-16 of Euro 2024 on Wednesday night, with three players now eliminated.
France's defender William Saliba arrives to take part in the French team's preparation for upcoming friendly football matches in Clairefontaine-en-Yvelines on March 18, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal international left behind by team bus after Euros fixture

William Saliba was left behind by the France team bus on Tuesday as Euro 2024's groups C and D wrapped up their fixtures.

Arsenal’s priority for summer transfer window

Arsenal are prioritising a move for a midfielder and leaning towards signing someone in a deeper midfield role, according to a report.
Arsenal's English defender #04 Ben White celebrates after scoring their fifth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2024. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

5 Arsenal players named in Premier League Team of the Season

Alan Shearer has selected five Arsenal players for the Premier League's Team of the Season, more than from any other club.
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - JUNE 20: Declan Rice of England reacts during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Denmark and England at Frankfurt Arena on June 20, 2024 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Declan Rice tells critical England pundits what he wants to hear from them

Arsenal's Declan Rice calls for positivity and support for England at Euro 2024, dismissing criticism from former players and pundits
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - JUNE 20: Declan Rice of England reacts during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Denmark and England at Frankfurt Arena on June 20, 2024 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

“We are all so desperate”: Declan Rice makes England plea

Arsenal's Declan Rice calls for England to relax and play their natural game amidst mounting pressure at Euro 2024.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Martin Oedegaard and Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrate during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Christopher Lee/Getty Images)

David Moyes makes Declan Rice claim

David Moyes has claimed Declan Rice could have helped to prevent 20% of the goals West Ham United conceded in 2023/24.
England's midfielder #04 Declan Rice reacts to their defeat on the pitch after the International friendly football match between England and Iceland at Wembley Stadium in London on June 7, 2024. Iceland won the game 1-0. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Former teammate claims Declan Rice is ‘overrated’

Wrexham's James McClean believes Declan Rice is very overrated, insisting the Arsenal midfielder isn't world class.
England's head coach Gareth Southgate speaks to Bukayo Saka after his substitution during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group C football match between Serbia and England at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen on June 16, 2024. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

2 Arsenal internationals set to start for England vs Denmark

Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice are set to continue their runs in the England team on Friday, according to a report.
DORTMUND, GERMANY: Jorginho of Italy runs with the ball during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Italy and Albania at Football Stadium Dortmund on June 15, 2024. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Euro 2024 roundup: 9 Arsenal players feature

Nine Arsenal players have featured in the opening round of Euro 2024 fixtures, with only two having to settle for a spot on the bench.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrates after the team's victory during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on April 23, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

David Moyes told West Ham not to sell Rice for £100m

David Moyes has admitted he told West Ham United to hold out for £150m for Declan Rice, before Arsenal completed their £100m deal.
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Arsenal stars contribute to new book inspiring future football professionals

Arsenal stars Declan Rice and Alessia Russo contribute to "50 Ways Into Football", a new book inspiring the next generation of football professionals.
Germany's midfielder Mesut Ozil (L) and Germany's defender Per Mertesacker celebrate after their team won the 2014 FIFA World Cup final football match between Germany and Argentina at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on July 13, 2014. AFP PHOTO / PATRIK STOLLARZ

Arsenal director backs England for Euro 2024 glory

Arsenal director Per Mertesacker backs England for Euro 2024 glory, while highlighting the potential of Arsenal's 11 stars participating in the tournament.
England's midfielder #04 Declan Rice reacts to their defeat on the pitch after the International friendly football match between England and Iceland at Wembley Stadium in London on June 7, 2024. Iceland won the game 1-0. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal star reacts to England’s surprise defeat to Iceland

Arsenal's Declan Rice calls for improvement from England after a disappointing 1-0 loss to Iceland in a pre-Euro 2024 friendly at Wembley.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: General view outside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s squad value drops but still 2nd highest in world

Premier League squad values fluctuate, with Arsenal and Manchester United experiencing significant drops. Despite this, the Premier League remains the most valuable football league globally.
England's striker #20 Harry Kane (L), England's midfielder #16 Declan Rice (2L), England's midfielder #18 Jack Grealish (2R) and England's midfielder #19 James Maddison warm up on the side of the pitch during the International friendly football match between England and Bosnia-Herzegovina at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on June 3, 2024. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Declan Rice ‘gutted’ Tottenham and Manchester City men dumped by England

Arsenal's Declan Rice reacts to England Euro 2024 squad exclusions, expressing disappointment for friends James Maddison and Jack Grealish, and praising young talent Adam Wharton.
Monaco's Youssouf Fofana celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between AS Monaco and Lille (LOSC) at the Louis II Stadium (Stade Louis II) in the Principality of Monaco on April 24, 2024. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal hold talks with €20m 25yo midfielder’s camp

Arsenal have reportedly held talks with AS Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana's camp over a potential summer move. The Gunners face competition from PSG, AC Milan, and others.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 20: Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Spotify Camp Nou on May 20, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal make decision on €60m Martin Zubimendi move

Arsenal have ended their pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who prefers a move to Spanish giants Real Madrid or Barcelona.
Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko reacts during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany on May 18, 2024. (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

21yo striker favours Arsenal move instead of Chelsea or Manchester United

Arsenal are leading the race to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who has expressed his preference for a move to the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal's German midfielder #29 Kai Havertz (3rdL) and Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard (3rdR) celebrate their team victory in the English Premier League football match between Bournemouth and Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, southern England on September 30, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal stars holiday together as bromance flourishes

Arsenal stars Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard share a post-season holiday, showcasing their close bond after a challenging Premier League campaign.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrate after their teammate Jakub Kiwior of Arsenal (not pictured) scores his team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal News Roundup: Martin Obi’s Euro heroics, England call-ups, departures, contract extensions, and more

Arsenal news roundup: Martin-Obi scores for Wales, England call-ups, Blackstenius' new deal, Jorginho's Italy return, and more.
Newcastle United's Brazilian midfielder #39 Bruno Guimaraes reacts to their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on April 13, 2024. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s Bruno Guimaraes pursuit hinges on £100m release clause

Arsenal's interest in Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes is back on, but their reluctance to activate his £100m release clause could hinder the deal.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 26: Declan Rice of England looks on prior to the international friendly match between England and Belgium at Wembley Stadium on March 26, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

3 Arsenal players named in England Euro 2024 squad

Gareth Southgate has named his provisional England squad ahead of Euro 2024, with three Arsenal players included.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 14: Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on April 14, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

4 Arsenal players named in Team of the Season

Four Arsenal players have been included in the BBC's Team of the Season for 2023/24, with the campaign coming to an end on Sunday.
Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice holds up his fingers as he celebrates scoring the team's fifth goal during the English Premier League football match between Sheffield United and Arsenal at Bramall Lane in Sheffield, northern England on March 4, 2024. (Photo by DARREN STAPLES/AFP via Getty Images)

Declan Rice explains unusual pre-match ritual

Arsenal's Declan Rice credits his standout season to a surprising pre-game ritual: pancakes. Discover how this unconventional fuel powers his performance on the pitch
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: David Moyes, Manager of West Ham United, embraces Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, prior to the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal FC at London Stadium on February 11, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

David Moyes on helping Mikel Arteta and Declan Rice against Manchester City

Despite the Arsenal connections, David Moyes insists his team will not be thinking about Mikel Arteta or Declan Rice in the Premier League title...
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: Martin Oedegaard and Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrate during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Christopher Lee/Getty Images)

3 Arsenal players nominated for Fans’ Player of the Year award

Arsenal have received three nominations for the PFA Premier League Fans' Player of the Year award for 2023/24, with voting now open.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 12: Martin Odegaard, Gabriel and Jorginho of Arsenal celebrate victory as they walk towards their fans after defeating Manchester United during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on May 12, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Trossard’s Old Trafford strike keeps Arsenal’s title dreams alive

Leandro Trossard's first-half goal secures a crucial 1-0 win for Arsenal against Manchester United, propelling them back to the top of the Premier League table and keeping their title hopes alive.

2 Arsenal midfielders up for Premier League top honour

Arsenal's Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice shortlisted for Premier League Player of the Year. Cast your vote now!

How expanded Euro 2024 squads could affect Arsenal

National teams will be allowed 26-man squads at Euro 2024, giving opportunities to some fringe players to be involved at the event.
Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice (L) celebrates scoring the team's third goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium, in London, on May 4, 2024. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Odegaard claims Rice has improved since leaving West Ham

Martin Odegaard believes Declan Rice is an even better player now than he was with West Ham United, pushing Arsenal on to a new level.
Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice waves to fans on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2024. Arsenal won the game 5-0. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

West Ham boss blames recent defeats on Arsenal star

David Moyes believes the departure of Declan Rice to Arsenal is to blame for West Ham United's heavy away defeats this season.
Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring the opening goal from the penalty spot during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium, in London, on May 4, 2024. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

VAR fails Arsenal again: Saka left bloody after appalling challenge

Bournemouth's Christie escaped a red card for a reckless tackle on Saka. Arsenal fans are outraged, reigniting the VAR debate.