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‘There Was a Phone Call’: ‘World Class’ Arsenal Target Appreciated by European Giants

Declan Rice

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

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.

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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.

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