Both Manchester United and Arsenal have shown interest in Declan Rice. The Daily Mirror reports that the 24-year-old defensive midfielder prefers a move to the Emirates over Old Trafford this summer.

Rice has shown to be a good midfielder in the Premier League, making him a desirable player for Arsenal to pursue. Whether or not Manchester United can persuade the player to switch teams remains to be seen. Rice would be a great addition for both sides since he can play many positions in the midfield.

Man United need to pair Casemiro with a quality player, and Rice fits the bill well. The 24-year-old will provide Manchester United with defensive protection and energy from the midfield position next season. So it should come as no surprise that they are eager to place an offer on him.

And since he already has a solid footing in the Premier League, he should have an early impact at Old Trafford. According to reports, Rice wants to sign for a team that plays in the Champions League. Manchester United has already guaranteed itself a spot in the top 4. They can certainly afford to spend £100 million to sign him, which is far more than Arsenal can offer.

However, Rice has apparently shown interest in a transfer to Arsenal. The club has been monitoring his situation for some time. The Gunners came close to winning the league this year. Next year they’ll be looking to go even farther.

Both Arsenal and Manchester United have shown interest in signing Declan Rice away from West Ham United this summer

They need to make some smart additions to the roster this summer if they want to keep up with Manchester City. They need to prioritise bringing in a competent midfielder. The 24-year-old England international appears like the perfect signing for Arsenal. However, whether or not they can beat out Manchester United for his services remains to be seen.

YOU MAY ALSO READ:

• The Ultimate Transfer Showdown: Tottenham And Arsenal Lock Horns In Battle For Coveted Defender! The Race For Talent Heats Up!
• Massive Transfer Alert: Chelsea And Their Secret Negotiations For £80m-rated Star Set To Shake Premier League! The Intriguing Twist Revealed!
• Huge Transfer Twist: Manchester United Eyes Star Midfielder Amidst Rivalry With Arsenal! The Battle For Talent Intensifies!

It remains to be seen whether the two teams are willing to pay the midfielder’s reputed valuation of £100 million. Rice is under contract with West Ham United until the summer of 2024. So any club interested in signing him will have to wait till the price drops.

Fabrizio Romano claims that Tottenham is keeping an eye on Edmond Tapsoba and may compete with Arsenal for his services this summer. Both teams need a defender and might go head-to-head with the 24-year-old who has excelled this season for Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen. Edmond Tapsoba may have played his last game for Bayer Leverkusen after another stellar season. This is a new chapter in the 24-year-old’s career. He may want to transfer to a bigger club.

It’s likely that manager Xabi Alonso’s rotation of defensive responsibilities has helped him reach a new level of play. Tapsoba’s versatility as a centre defender makes him a desirable target for elite teams. The 24-year-old Bundesliga defender has been linked to a transfer to Arsenal. The Gunners are still vigilantly monitoring his whereabouts. Leverkusen will want a hefty sum for the 24-year-old defender Tapsoba since he still has three years left on his contract.