True. Arsenal have been negotiating with West Ham for Rice since November of last year. It's hope that Arteta, will get his man through a record-transfer deal. However, it's important to consider whether spending such a large sum of money guarantees that the player will meet expectations. I just hope that Rice doesn't disappoint due to the enormous amount involved. Arsenal is patiently waiting him join in the midfield alongside Martin Ødegaard and Thomas Partey. While I may not agree the idea of Xhaka leaving, but eventually he is on his way out just to make room for Rice. We'll see how quickly Arteta can transform this vision into reality.
It is a done deal, Westham has accepted Arsenal's offer of £106M and the contract will be signed any moment from now. The gunners were really close to winning the league last season only to lose it to City, and football analysts claimed that Arsenal's lack of depth caused them the EPL title. So the management is giving Arteta all the help he needs to get the right players and to make sure they get it right this time. Declan Rice is a great addition to the team and I believe he's going to make an immediate impact in the team. If the can get Jurrien Timber, it will really help to strengthen their backline.