Keir Starmer claims he helped Arsenal sign Declan Rice
8 months, 1 week ago

Keir Starmer claims he helped Arsenal sign Declan Rice

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, has joked that he and his son tricked Declan Rice into signing for Arsenal. Midfielder Rice joined Arsenal from West Ham last summer in a deal worth £105m in a significant transfer coup for the club, and has helped drive Mikel Arteta’s side in their chase for the Premier League title this season. “So, when we played away at West Ham last year and Declan was still a West Ham player I took my son,” the Labour leader told The Telegraph. Declan signed it and thought he was signing the programme, but actually he was signing for Arsenal!” open image in gallery Declan Rice has propelled Arsenal’s title push this season Arsenal currently sit top of the Premier League table, one point ahead of Manchester City, who have a game in hand on their title rivals.

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Declan Rice names Arsenal star who has gone to the ‘next level’ this season
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Declan Rice names Arsenal star who has gone to the ‘next level’ this season

The Independent  

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Declan Rice: As England captain I’ll be thinking of players I’ve learned from
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Declan Rice: As England captain I’ll be thinking of players I’ve learned from

The Independent  

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Declan Rice: I felt the pressure of my £105m Arsenal price tag – but now I'm flying
1 year, 1 month ago

Declan Rice: I felt the pressure of my £105m Arsenal price tag – but now I'm flying

The Telegraph  

Declan Rice has taken so much in his stride throughout his career but does admit that there were nerves when the extraordinary £105 million scale of his transfer from West Ham United to Arsenal became a reality. “When the transfer was going through I was very nervous because of the price tag,” he says. When I signed for Arsenal I …

Why Declan Rice returns to West Ham as Arsenal’s ‘Van Dijk’ signing
1 year, 2 months ago

Why Declan Rice returns to West Ham as Arsenal’s ‘Van Dijk’ signing

The Independent  

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Arsenal's Declan Rice Excited To Make Champions League Debut; Mikel Arteta Sees Crucial Role For the English Midfielder
1 year, 3 months ago

Arsenal's Declan Rice Excited To Make Champions League Debut; Mikel Arteta Sees Crucial Role For the English Midfielder

News 18  

Arsenal boss, Mikel Arteta sees new marquee signing, Declan Rice to play a crucial role in Arsenal’s return to the prestigious Champions League as the English midfielder looks set to make his debut in the tournament going against the Dutch club, PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday. The Gunners made their return to the Champions League in 2016/17 while Rice will get …

Harry Maguire’s move to West Ham collapses with Manchester United future unclear
1 year, 4 months ago

Harry Maguire’s move to West Ham collapses with Manchester United future unclear

The Independent  

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Arsenal ‘obviously paid way too much’ for Declan Rice, says Roy Keane
1 year, 5 months ago

Arsenal ‘obviously paid way too much’ for Declan Rice, says Roy Keane

The Independent  

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Declan Rice signs for Arsenal in record £105m transfer deal
1 year, 6 months ago

Declan Rice signs for Arsenal in record £105m transfer deal

The Independent  

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Arsenal signs Declan Rice from West Ham for a deal worth a reported $138 million
1 year, 6 months ago

Arsenal signs Declan Rice from West Ham for a deal worth a reported $138 million

Associated Press  

England midfielder Declan Rice joined Arsenal for a deal worth a reported 105 million pounds on Saturday, ending his nine-year association with West Ham. The fee wasn’t officially announced by either club, but West Ham said the 24-year-old Rice was moving for a British-record transfer fee. “I’m not sure yet exactly how I will feel, but I also know you …

Declan Rice leaves West Ham amid Arsenal links
1 year, 6 months ago

Declan Rice leaves West Ham amid Arsenal links

The Hindu  

West Ham announced the departure of Declan Rice on Saturday for what the club said would be a British-record transfer fee. West Ham didn’t reveal the team Rice would be joining or the fee in a statement that was accompanied by a message from the player to West Ham’s fans, saying it was a “tough” decision driven by his “ambition …

Arsenal break Premier League transfer fee record to sign Declan Rice from West Ham United
1 year, 6 months ago

Arsenal break Premier League transfer fee record to sign Declan Rice from West Ham United

India Today  

Arsenal have completed the signing of Declan Rice from West Ham United on a long-term contract, according to an announcement by the north London club on Saturday. However, Rice's transfer fee falls short of the 107 million pounds that Chelsea paid to secure the services of Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez earlier this year. The signing of Rice marks Arsenal's third …

Declan Rice shares emotional note for West Ham after signing deal with Arsenal: Incredible 10 years come to an end
1 year, 6 months ago

Declan Rice shares emotional note for West Ham after signing deal with Arsenal: Incredible 10 years come to an end

India Today  

West Ham midfielder Declan Rice expressed his gratitude to the club's fans in a heartfelt message ahead of his imminent move to Arsenal. "I guess at the very beginning, in the spring of 2013, when I travelled all the way from my home in south west London to Essex for a trial with West Ham at the age of 14, …

Arsenal edge closer to Kai Havertz deal and gear up for third Declan Rice bid
1 year, 6 months ago

Arsenal edge closer to Kai Havertz deal and gear up for third Declan Rice bid

The Independent  

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Arsenal submit club-record bid for West Ham captain Declan Rice
1 year, 6 months ago

Arsenal submit club-record bid for West Ham captain Declan Rice

The Independent  

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Transfer rumours: Tottenham make £50m double bid for Leicester pair as Arsenal back out of midfielder deal
1 year, 6 months ago

Transfer rumours: Tottenham make £50m double bid for Leicester pair as Arsenal back out of midfielder deal

The Independent  

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Arsenal prepare for Declan Rice swoop as club 'eye summer moves for Moises Caicedo and Mason Mount'
1 year, 8 months ago

Arsenal prepare for Declan Rice swoop as club 'eye summer moves for Moises Caicedo and Mason Mount'

Daily Mail  

Arsenal are set to step up their bid to sign Declan Rice this summer, as the 24-year-old approaches the final year of his contract with West Ham. Rice has long been understood to be Arsenal's top target for the upcoming transfer window, with Mikel Arteta not the only Premier League manager to be an outspoken admirer of the England midfielder. …

Declan Rice among four ‘elite’ players targeted by Newcastle
1 year, 8 months ago

Declan Rice among four ‘elite’ players targeted by Newcastle

The Independent  

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Football rumours: Arsenal eye four signings including Declan Rice
1 year, 10 months ago

Football rumours: Arsenal eye four signings including Declan Rice

The Independent  

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Declan Rice relishing Ryan Fredericks reunion when West Ham host Bournemouth
2 years, 2 months ago

Declan Rice relishing Ryan Fredericks reunion when West Ham host Bournemouth

The Independent  

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Declan Rice confirms the birth of his first child
2 years, 4 months ago

Declan Rice confirms the birth of his first child

Daily Mail  

Declan Rice appeared to confirm the birth of his first child with partner Lauren Fryer by revealing a tattoo dedicated to a newborn boy during West Ham United's Premier League defeat on Sunday. New ink: Declan Rice appeared to confirm the birth of his first child with partner Lauren Fryer by revealing a tattoo dedicated to a newborn boy during …

Declan Rice: West Ham 'tell Chelsea the £150m-rated midfielder is not for sale this summer'
2 years, 6 months ago

Declan Rice: West Ham 'tell Chelsea the £150m-rated midfielder is not for sale this summer'

Daily Mail  

West Ham remain adamant that Declan Rice is 'not for sale' despite his 'reluctance to negotiate a new contract' and interest from Chelsea. Rice impressed last season with 50 appearances across all competitions as David Moyes' side finished seventh in the Premier League and made it to the Europa League semi finals. West Ham remain adamant that Declan Rice is …

Declan Rice 'would still prefer a move to Chelsea over Manchester United'
2 years, 9 months ago

Declan Rice 'would still prefer a move to Chelsea over Manchester United'

Daily Mail  

Declan Rice still favours a move to Chelsea over Manchester United should he leave West Ham in the summer despite the current chaos at Stamford Bridge, according to reports. Declan Rice reportedly prefers a move to Chelsea if he leaves West Ham in the summer Chelsea and Manchester United are battling it out to land the 23-year-old's signature But West …

West Ham: Declan Rice hailed by David Moyes on 23rd birthday for rise from youngster to captain
3 years ago

West Ham: Declan Rice hailed by David Moyes on 23rd birthday for rise from youngster to captain

Daily Mail  

David Moyes has hailed the rise of birthday boy Declan Rice from raw young centre-half to West Ham captain and mainstay of England's midfield. David Moyes has hailed Declan Rice's rise from raw young centre-half to West Ham captain 'Since I have come back he had already developed into a midfield player. Rice has enjoyed a rapid transition from academy …

Manchester United should spend a FORTUNE to sign Declan Rice, insists ex-defender Paul Parker
3 years ago

Manchester United should spend a FORTUNE to sign Declan Rice, insists ex-defender Paul Parker

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have to spend a fortune in order to sign West Ham star Declan Rice, insists Paul Parker. Paul Parker has urged Manchester United to sign West Ham star Declan Rice One of those clubs desperate to sign him is United, who understand they will have to splash out £100million to convince the Hammers to part way with their …

Manchester United should have signed West Ham star Declan Rice in the summer says Trevor Sinclair
3 years, 2 months ago

Manchester United should have signed West Ham star Declan Rice in the summer says Trevor Sinclair

Daily Mail  

Manchester United should have prioritised a defensive midfielder in the summer transfer window according to Trevor Sinclair. Trevor Sinclair says Manchester United would be 'vastly different' with Declan Rice Sinclair says West Ham needed to sign a defensive midfielder instead of a winger or striker Sinclair has told talkSport that United made an error by signing Sancho and Ronaldo but …

Transfer news and rumours: Man United ‘switch sights’ from Declan Rice to Kalvin Phillips as Liverpool ‘eye Franck Kessie’
3 years, 3 months ago

Transfer news and rumours: Man United ‘switch sights’ from Declan Rice to Kalvin Phillips as Liverpool ‘eye Franck Kessie’

The Independent  

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Football rumours: West Ham’s Declan Rice linked with Manchester United move
3 years, 4 months ago

Football rumours: West Ham’s Declan Rice linked with Manchester United move

The Independent  

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Transfer news and rumours: Chelsea ‘prepare offer’ for West Ham’s Declan Rice plus Raphael Varane latest
3 years, 5 months ago

Transfer news and rumours: Chelsea ‘prepare offer’ for West Ham’s Declan Rice plus Raphael Varane latest

The Independent  

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Declan Rice expecting some exciting Europa League nights for West Ham
3 years, 7 months ago

Declan Rice expecting some exciting Europa League nights for West Ham

The Independent  

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Declan Rice is BACK on Chelsea's wishlist and has a perfectly-timed audition against suitors tonight
4 years ago

Declan Rice is BACK on Chelsea's wishlist and has a perfectly-timed audition against suitors tonight

Daily Mail  

For all the impressive pipeline of talent now finally emerging through the ranks at Stamford Bridge, did they let a star-in-the-making in Declan Rice unknowingly slip through their fingers? Declan Rice has an opportunity to impress potential suitors Chelsea for West Ham tonight Blues boss Frank Lampard insisted the club don't regret letting Rice go as a youth-team player West …

What are Declan Rice's options should the midfielder leave West Ham this summer?
4 years, 8 months ago

What are Declan Rice's options should the midfielder leave West Ham this summer?

Daily Mail  

Since his emergence in the first team at West Ham in 2017, Declan Rice has constantly scaled new heights with his club and country. Declan Rice is a key player for West Ham but is now being linked with a big-money move away The 21-year-old switched allegiance to England last year and has made seven appearances But with Rice's potential …

Manchester United and Chelsea target Declan Rice 'up for sale at £70m
4 years, 8 months ago

Manchester United and Chelsea target Declan Rice 'up for sale at £70m

Daily Mail  

Declan Rice could spark a transfer war among the Premier League's leading clubs this summer, with West Ham United prepared to allow their key asset to leave. West Ham United could be forced to sell star midfielder Declan Rice for around £70million Despite the club having a poor season, Rice has shone in the midfield and picked up his first …

Manchester United 'make £80m-rated Declan Rice top target next summer' but could make January move
5 years, 2 months ago

Manchester United 'make £80m-rated Declan Rice top target next summer' but could make January move

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have made Declan Rice their top priority signing for next season and could even make a move for the West Ham star in January - if they can stump up £80million. Declan Rice has became a key player for West Ham and has featured 78 times for the club Belgian midfielder Marouane Fellaini also departed this calendar year, …

Manchester United 'could make £70m Declan Rice bid' in January
5 years, 3 months ago

Manchester United 'could make £70m Declan Rice bid' in January

Daily Mail  

Manchester United could make a £70 million move for England and West Ham midfielder Declan Rice in the January transfer window, according to reports. Manchester United could make a £70m move for Declan Rice in the January transfer window Rice impressed during West Ham's 2-0 win over United at the London Stadium in September However, Rice has insisted he remains …

Arsenal ready Ryan Fraser bid as Manchester United end interest
5 years, 7 months ago

Arsenal ready Ryan Fraser bid as Manchester United end interest

The Independent  

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Premier League: West Ham United may sell Declan Rice if transfer fee represents good deal, admits Manuel Pellegrini
5 years, 9 months ago

Premier League: West Ham United may sell Declan Rice if transfer fee represents good deal, admits Manuel Pellegrini

Firstpost  

West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini admitted England international Declan Rice could be lured away from the London club this summer should a “good deal” come along. London: West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini admitted England international Declan Rice could be lured away from the London club this summer should a “good deal” come along. Rice, 20, has been linked with Manchester …

Declan Rice ends fears over future by signing five-and-a-half-year deal at West Ham
6 years ago

Declan Rice ends fears over future by signing five-and-a-half-year deal at West Ham

Daily Mail  

Declan Rice has pledged his future to West Ham by signing a contract worth up to £3million a season. Declan Rice has pledged his future to West Ham by signing contract worth up to £3m a season The deal makes him one of the best-paid youngsters in English football. ‘I finalised the deal on Christmas Day and have been working …

Arsenal transfer news: Unai Emery reveals why he wanted to sign Lucas Torreira from Sampdoria
6 years, 6 months ago

Arsenal transfer news: Unai Emery reveals why he wanted to sign Lucas Torreira from Sampdoria

The Independent  

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