Arsenal are able to launch their first bid for Declan Rice however the proposal will not be submitted till the top of the season.

That's as a result of the Hammers captain is concentrated on the membership's previous few matches of the season - together with their UEFA Conference League ultimate in opposition to Fiorentina in Prague.

Ultimately, it could be the right manner for Rice to log off in model as West Ham captain as he prepares to pursue a transfer that may see him play Champions League soccer.

Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Arsenal are actually readying their first bid for the England worldwide as they put together to interrupt their club-record switch price for the 24-year-old.

"Arsenal are preparing opening proposal for Declan Rice as he remains the priority target for summer transfer window; they could sign two midfielders depending on outgoings," Romano stated.

"No negotiations now to respect West Ham; talks will take place in June."