The race to sign West Ham midfielder Declan Rice is heating up as the England international nears what is potentially his final game with the Hammers. The club captain is set to guide his team out in the Europa Conference League final in the coming week as they face Fiorentina.
After that, the transfer interest looks set to ramp up, with the 24-year-old entering the final 12-months of his contract with the Irons. football.london understands that Rice is a top priority for Arsenal this summer as Mikel Arteta looks to revamp his midfield ranks in the window.
They aren't alone, though, as Manchester United and Chelsea have shown interest alongside Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, making for plenty of competition. While some reports have claimed that the Gunners are the frontrunners, Thomas Tuchel has looked to change that dynamic.
