Mikel Arteta’s acquisition of Declan Rice last summer has been hailed as Arsenal’s best signing since the legendary Dennis Bergkamp joined the club over 20 years ago, according to Piers Morgan. The diehard Gunner praised Rice for his game-changing impact on Arteta’s squad since his £100 million move from West Ham. With Arsenal set to face Sheffield United on Monday night, the pressure is on for a victory after title contenders Manchester City and Liverpool both secured wins over the weekend.
Rice, who made the move across the capital in July, has excelled in his role at Arsenal. Piers Morgan, speaking on TalkSPORT, claimed that Rice has been the standout signing for the Gunners since Bergkamp’s arrival in the mid-90s. Bergkamp, a Dutch icon, helped Arsenal win three Premier League titles, four FA Cup trophies, and reach the 2006 UEFA Champions League Final. Rice, with his exceptional performances, could potentially achieve similar success at Arsenal.
Having captained West Ham to their first major European trophy since 1965, Rice has proven himself to be a true leader on the field. With only Bobby Moore and Billy Bonds achieving the same feat, Piers Morgan’s assertion that Rice is Arsenal’s best signing in years may hold weight. Rice made an impressive start to his Arsenal career by winning the Community Shield on his debut game. Since then, he has been instrumental in Arteta’s side, taking the squad to another level.
In his 36 appearances for Arsenal, Rice has scored four goals and provided five assists. His contributions have been crucial to the team’s success this season. The midfielder’s performances have also earned him a nomination for The Best FIFA Men’s Player based on his displays for both Arsenal and the England national team. With a Premier League and Champions League title within reach, Rice aims to add more silverware to his collection.
As Arsenal prepares to face Sheffield United, the Gunners will rely on Rice’s game-changing abilities to secure a crucial victory. With his exceptional performances and leadership skills, Rice has proven himself to be a valuable asset to Arteta’s squad. If he continues to excel, he may very well join the ranks of Arsenal greats like Bergkamp and bring further success to the club.