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Arsenal have had little luck in the transfer window this January, with Chelsea beating them to sign targets Joao Felix and Mykhaylo Mudryk. I think Declan would be the perfect for Arsenal because at the moment, they are heavily reliant on Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka. So adding more players of Rice's quality could be vital if Arsenal are to have any chance of maintaining their new-found heavyweight status next season. This one is an English man and a club captain, Westham will definitely respect his choice and not the money a club wants to pay.
Maybe Declan could be an option for Arteta to replace Thomas Parley or Xhaka. but it seems, the transfer fee to bring Declan is quite high. however, it seems he is the ideal addition that the Gunners' young squad needs. at least Arsenal have to bring in some newcomers, both midfielders, especially pure strikers to fill the void left by Gabriel Jesus. because, Arteta cannot only hope for Nketiah, who has not proven his sharpness.
IMO, Arteta really needs additional ammo to strengthen his team in the race for trophies in the Premier League. and if one of their core players gets injured, it will be a problem because their second tier players don't have the same level as the core team. What's more, Arsenal have twice been hijacked by Chelsea in the race for players, namely Joao Felix and Mudryk.
As a Gunners fan, I hope Arteta will bring in the right players to strengthen his team this January.