Heading: Arsenal’s Pursuit of Declan Rice Hits a Roadblock as West Ham Rejects £105m Offer
Arsenal’s pursuit of West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has hit a roadblock as the Gunners’ latest offer of £105 million has been rejected by the Hammers. Mikel Arteta has made Rice one of his priority targets for the summer transfer window, but negotiations have been difficult thus far. West Ham, who are holding out for a £100 million fee, are reportedly unhappy with the payment structure offered by Arsenal.
Heading: West Ham Unhappy with Arsenal’s Payment Structure
According to reports, West Ham is not fully satisfied with Arsenal’s payment structure in their latest offer for Declan Rice. The Hammers have rejected two previous bids from the Gunners and are now considering an improved offer from Manchester City. Arsenal’s latest proposal, worth £105 million, surpasses West Ham’s asking price, but the club is still in talks with Arsenal to reach an agreement.
Heading: Manchester City Expected to Submit Improved Bid for Rice
Manchester City, who are also interested in signing Declan Rice, are expected to submit an improved bid for the midfielder this week. City’s opening offer of £80 million plus £10 million in add-ons was turned down by West Ham. With Ilkay Gundogan’s decision to join Barcelona on a free transfer, City is in the market for another central midfielder and sees Rice as a potential target.
Heading: Arsenal May Need to Revise Bid to Reach Agreement
In order to reach an agreement with West Ham, Arsenal may need to submit a revised bid of £110 million for Declan Rice. The Gunners’ latest offer of £105 million, which would become a British transfer record if accepted, includes £100 million up front and an additional £5 million in add-ons. However, West Ham is reportedly unhappy with the payment structure and may require a higher bid from Arsenal.
Heading: City’s Interest Poses Threat to Arsenal’s Hopes
Declan Rice was initially intent on joining Arsenal this summer, but Manchester City’s concrete interest poses a threat to Arteta’s hopes of signing the midfielder. City recently completed the signing of Mateo Kovacic from Chelsea and are still in the market for another central midfielder. Rice’s potential move to City could derail Arsenal’s plans and force them to look for alternative targets.
Heading: Conclusion
Arsenal’s pursuit of Declan Rice has hit a roadblock as West Ham rejects their latest offer of £105 million. The Hammers are unhappy with the payment structure offered by Arsenal and are in talks with the Gunners to reach an agreement. Manchester City is also interested in signing Rice and is expected to submit an improved bid this week. Arsenal may need to revise their bid to reach an agreement with West Ham. City’s interest poses a threat to Arsenal’s hopes of signing Rice, who was initially keen on joining the Gunners this summer.