Man City desk Rice bid higher than Arsenal’s as Gunners to make counter provide

“You can’t ask for a man who has committed more to us this season. In due course, he has to get on and we have to get a replacement – or several replacements.”

The report provides that City are anticipated to strengthen their midfield with the arrival of Mateo Kovacic from Chelsea. Defensive midfielder Rodri presently occupies the place Rice may play on the Etihad Stadium. 

Rodri was in high quality kind final season and scored the aim that clinched a exceptional treble for Pep Guardiola’s facet by bagging the winner within the Champions League ultimate. However, a midfield slot might need opened up with the departure of captain Ilkay Gundogan, who will be a part of Barcelona as soon as his City deal expires on the finish of the month.