According to Florian Plettenberg, Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel and West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice have spoken on the phone about the possibility of the England international moving to the Bundesliga giants. The report from Plettenberg states the phone call was positive, where both appreciate each other. Any deal for Rice is time sensitive, with Arsenal reported to be interested in the Hammers midfielder.
Arsenal Target Declan Rice Has Phone Call With Thomas Tuchel
❗️News #Rice: There was a phone call with #Tuchel a few days ago! Been told it was a good talk. Both appreciate each other. Rice is open to join Bayern & Tuchel. FCB wants to intensify their efforts now. He’s still a transfer target.
But: Time is running as he could sign for… pic.twitter.com/ShJcBHCrf4
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) May 29, 2023
Bayern Munich and Arsenal Both Keen on Rice
Rice was recently described as “world-class” following a stunning goal against Gent in the Europa League. This kind of special moment has seen the Hammers captain attract interest from a number of clubs across Europe, with Man United and Chelsea also said to be interested in the England international. Rice appears open to joining Bayern Munich and appreciates Tuchel, with the Bavarian giants keen to intensify their efforts to sign Rice, according to Plettenberg.
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Mikel Arteta has recently expressed his confidence in signing Rice during the upcoming summer transfer window. Arsenal will have Champions League football next season, and this will be an attractive proposition for Rice, who has previously expressed his desire to play in Europe’s premier club competition. A report from The Mirror suggests West Ham have placed a massive £100 million valuation on their talisman.
Qualities Rice Would Bring to Bayern Munich or Arsenal
Whether Rice goes to the Bundesliga or remains in the Premier League, he would bring much-needed leadership to any team. He is exceptional at reading the game – often breaking up dangerous attacks. Rice relishes the physical side of the game, which sees him often shrug off opposition players with ease. He is also adept at using his physicality when running with the ball.
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It remains to be seen where Rice will end up next season. Despite the positive phone call with Tuchel, Arsenal are seemingly still in the race for the England international midfielder.
