Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been asked about the club’s transfer pursuit of Declan Rice.
The West Ham skipper led the Hammers to the Europa Conference League trophy last month but has since been the subject of speculation over his future. Rice has been identified as a top target for the Gunners as Arteta looks to improve his side and close the gap to Manchester City at the top of the table.
Arsenal recently saw a second bid of £75million, plus £15million in add-ons, rejected and have been joined by Man City in the race for his signature, though Pep Guardiola’s team are yet to submit a formal offer. West Ham are said to be holding out for closer to £100m and have reportedly encouraged the Gunners to make a third bid.
