Done deal ✅: Arsenal finally hijacked Newcastle £100M ace top target Bid In Last Minutes Move By mikel Arteta as medical passed already.

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In a tale of contrasting projects, it appears that a prominent Premier League star is contemplating a move to Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium rather than Newcastle United’s St. James’ Park. It comes as no surprise considering one team’s advanced development compared to the other.

Eddie Howe and Mikel Arteta, both young coaches, have impressively guided their respective teams to showcase some of the most captivating football witnessed in the English top-flight during the 2022/23 season.

While Newcastle will undoubtedly be overjoyed with their Champions League qualification, Arsenal, unfortunately, fell short in their pursuit of the Premier League title, leaving them with a tinge of disappointment.

Regardless, both clubs recognize the need for reinforcements as they prepare for a grueling campaign on the European and domestic fronts in 2023/24.

In light of this, it comes as no surprise that the talented Declan Rice of West Ham United has emerged as a highly sought-after signing for both Newcastle and Arsenal. The Times (subscription required) reports that both clubs have expressed an interest in acquiring the services of the England international.

However, a fascinating twist arises as the report suggests that Rice himself would prefer a move across London to Arsenal rather than heading to the north east.

Nonetheless, there is a significant hurdle to overcome. Arsenal, it seems, are hesitant to meet West Ham’s asking price, which exceeds £100 million. This financial standoff may hinder Rice’s potential move to the Gunners.

Conversely, for a club like Newcastle, known for its ambitious owners with considerable financial resources at their disposal, meeting West Ham’s valuation should not pose a significant problem.

With David Moyes, West Ham’s manager, not under pressure to sell Rice due to his contractual obligations, there remains a possibility that the talented midfielder could remain at the London Stadium for another season.

As the transfer saga unfolds, the decision ultimately rests on the negotiation skills of the interested clubs and the player’s desire for a fresh challenge.

Will Rice make the switch to Arsenal, fulfilling his preference for a London move, or will Newcastle swoop in and secure the highly-rated midfielder? Alternatively, the intriguing possibility of Rice remaining at West Ham for another season cannot be discounted.

Football fans will eagerly monitor these developments as the transfer window continues to provide its fair share of surprises.