Mikel Arteta Praises Arsenal Star Declan Rice
Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, has expressed his admiration for Declan Rice, the England international who joined Arsenal from West Ham for a record-breaking fee of £105m. Arteta admitted that he was “mad to sign” Rice after witnessing his impressive performance against Arsenal last season.
Rice will have the opportunity to face his former club when Arsenal takes on West Ham in their upcoming Premier League match on Thursday. David Moyes, the manager of West Ham, has also praised Rice ahead of the match.
Arteta commended Rice for handling the pressure of his high price tag and described him as a humble player who is open to learning and accepting constructive criticism. The Arsenal manager believes that Rice has even more potential to unlock and appreciates his presence on the pitch.
Arteta revealed that he had a strong feeling about Rice’s abilities when he played against him, which is why he was determined to sign him for Arsenal. He sees Rice as a versatile player who can excel in various positions, including as a number eight or even as a center back if needed.
In addition to his technical skills, Arteta highlighted Rice’s leadership qualities and predicted that he will continue to grow and contribute significantly to the team and the club in the coming years.
Overall, Arteta’s praise for Rice emphasizes the player’s talent and potential, suggesting that he will be a valuable asset to Arsenal in the future.
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