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Declan Rice Remains Arsenal’s Priority Signing Despite Advanced Moves for Two Others

In what promises to be a pivotal week for Arsenal’s transfer ambitions, the pursuit of Declan Rice takes center stage, as the Gunners prepare to submit a third bid in their quest to secure the talented midfielder.

With Manchester City intensifying their interest in Rice, Arsenal finds themselves needing to present an offer that comes close to meeting West Ham’s demands in order to seal the deal, with Rice himself reportedly favoring a move to the Emirates Stadium.

While Pep Guardiola’s side has yet to make a formal offer, expectations are high that bids will soon arrive from both Manchester and north London.

Despite Manchester City’s status as favorites for Rice’s signature, sources at football.london reveal that Arsenal is poised to beat them to the punch, provided they either table a bid exceeding £100 million or offer a substantial upfront payment.

Moreover, Arsenal’s pursuit of Rice has received an additional boost with Manchester City’s clear stance on the 24-year-old midfielder.

The Mirror reports that City will only make an official bid if Rice assures them of his desire to join their ranks. Although Rice is said to be open to both moves, it appears that Manchester City’s priority lies with securing another high-value transfer, potentially eclipsing the triple-figure mark.

Meanwhile, in the midst of this ongoing transfer saga, Rice himself seems to remain calm and composed. He has continued to engage on social media, sharing a recent image on Instagram featuring himself and West Ham teammate Said Benrahma, celebrating their triumph in the Europa Conference League. Rice’s caption for the post read: “[Algerian flag emoji, crown emoji] my brother.”

In a recent interview with Spanish outlet Marca, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta addressed several transfer-related questions, including one about Rice.

When asked about the England international’s worth in light of West Ham’s demands, Arteta responded, “I can’t discuss players who are not part of the club.

I prefer not to comment.”Arteta’s remarks indicate a level of discretion regarding ongoing negotiations and a reluctance to provide any information that could impact the delicate transfer situation.

As the week unfolds, all eyes will be on Arsenal as they endeavor to secure the services of Declan Rice. With Manchester City also in the running and negotiations for other targets reaching advanced stages, the Gunners face a critical juncture in their pursuit of midfield reinforcement.

Time will tell if Arsenal can meet West Ham’s demands and emerge victorious in the race for Rice’s signature, solidifying their position in the transfer market and bolstering their squad for the upcoming season.