M. Arteta: "D. Rice can become an expert in long passes"

2025-12-03 21:37 © Reuters

London "Arsenal" club head coach Mikel Arteta praised midfielder Declan Rice before the match against "Brentford":

"D. Rice is something special. For both me and the club - he will play in this team for many years to come."

"This midfielder can become an expert in long passes. Remember how the Englishman executed set pieces."

I know how well D. Rice handled set pieces three or four years ago. I also know how good he is in this regard now.

He can become whatever he wants."

26-year-old Declan Rice has scored 2 goals in 20 matches this season.

London "Arsenal" club is in first place in the English Championship.