Declan Rice contract: Arsenal and England midfielder close to agreeing new deal
Declan Rice is close to finalizing a new long-term contract with Arsenal following his successful tenure since 2023. The agreement reflects his status as a crucial player for the current Premier League champions.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Declan Rice joined Arsenal from West Ham in 2023
Senior football correspondent Published 7 October 2026 Declan Rice is close to agreeing a new long-term Arsenal contract, sources have told BBC Sport.
The England midfielder has become a crucial player for the Gunners since his arrival from West Ham for £105m in July 2023.
His current deal expires at the end of next season but BBC Sport revealed in March that talks over a new contract were under way with the process now at an advanced stage.
The 27-year-old has made 165 appearances for Arsenal and helped the club end their 22-year wait for a Premier League title last term.
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