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Tom Blow

Eni Aluko insists Declan Rice transfer theory proven right despite 'sexist' backlash

Eni Aluko insists she "knew exactly what she was talking about" after being criticised for her questionable Declan Rice transfer theory.

Aluko hit the headlines after suggesting Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola only made a bid for Rice to help his former assistant Mikel Arteta sign him for Arsenal. The theory raised eyebrows due to Arsenal and City being Premier League title rivals.

West Ham rejected a £90million bid from City for Rice, 24, before accepting Arsenal's third offer of £105m. Aluko believes Guardiola put a bid in for the England international at Arteta's request to "push" Arsenal's owners to get the deal over the line.

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