Rice close to signing new Arsenal contract

Declan Rice says he is close to signing a new long-term contract with Arsenal, reflecting the club’s trust in him and his importance to the team. The extension would keep the midfielder in north London beyond his current agreement, which runs until 2028.

Rice joined Arsenal from West Ham in 2023 for £105m and is expected to become one of the club’s top earners, alongside Bukayo Saka. Speaking before England’s game against Spain, he said a new deal was “hopefully on the horizon soon” and credited career continuity with helping him maintain a consistent level.