Declan Rice hopes new Arsenal contract will arrive soon
The England midfielder's current deal runs until summer 2028, with Mikel Arteta having indicated that an extension was close.
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has expressed hope that a contract renewal is close, as the Premier League champions seek to extend his stay. The 27-year-old remains on the terms agreed when he joined the club in 2023.
Addressing reporters before England's UEFA Nations League meeting with Spain, Rice said: “A new contract will hopefully be arriving soon.” Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had indicated earlier in November that the midfielder was nearing an extension.
Rice moved from West Ham United for £105 million and has since contributed 22 goals and 36 assists across 173 appearances for Arsenal. He was a starter in 35 league games during the club's title-winning campaign last season.
His return this season stands at one goal and five assists from 15 appearances across all competitions. Rice is also set for his 82nd England appearance against Spain, with victory guaranteeing England first place in their group and a Nations League quarter-final berth.
