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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta issues huge Declan Rice contract update before Liverpool clash

Declan Rice is close to signing a new lucrative long-term contract with Arsenal after joining the club for a club-record £105million fee back in the summer of 2023…

By Ryan Taylor · Football London

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:30 PM

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Mikel Arteta confirmed Declan Rice wants to sign a long-term contract extension with Arsenal.
Rice's expected new deal is reportedly worth up to £350,000 per week, raising his salary by over £100,000.
The midfielder confirmed his desire to stay after feeling the happiest he has been playing football.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta stated it is only "a matter of time" before Declan Rice signs a new long-term contract extension. Speaking ahead of Arsenal's clash against Liverpool, Arteta emphasized that the midfielder is extremely happy at the club and desires to stay. Rice also voiced his contentment, highlighting his joy at the club following last year's Premier League title triumph.

The proposed permanent deal is expected to earn Rice up to £350,000 per week, matching Bukayo Saka's wages. Meanwhile, Rice is expected to start at Anfield on Sunday after recovering from hamstring tightness suffered during the 2-0 victory against Everton and training normally on Friday.

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