Declan Rice close to new Arsenal deal

Update (BBC Sport Football): BBC Sport reports that Declan Rice is close to reaching an agreement on a new long-term contract with Arsenal. The proposed deal would keep the England midfielder at the club, although the source does not say that the contract has been formally signed or announced. Rice’s current club is identified as Arsenal, and no financial details are provided. The report therefore points to advanced negotiations over an extension rather than a completed renewal.

Update (Foot Mercato): Foot Mercato reports that Arsenal are close to extending Declan Rice’s contract. The London club is seeking to secure the midfielder after announcing a contract extension for manager Mikel Arteta. Rice is described as another central figure whose future Arsenal are now attempting to protect with a new deal. The available report does not provide details about the proposed contract’s duration, financial terms or the expected completion date.

Update (X - @FabrizioRomano): Fabrizio Romano reports that Arsenal are nearing a new contract for Declan Rice, with the club’s plan following Mikel Arteta now confirmed. Rice has already decided to remain at Arsenal and is expected to sign a new agreement soon. Final details of the deal are currently being discussed, while the club are confident of completing the process shortly. Romano also cites a report from Sami Mokbel of the BBC in connection with the update.