Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has heaped praise on Declan Rice, revealing that the midfielder has the potential to evolve into a long-throw expert, adding yet another dimension to his rapidly expanding skill set. Arteta\u2019s remarks came during his media interaction, highlighted by football journalist Fabrizio Romano on social media.<\/p>\n
The Arsenal boss recalled Rice\u2019s impressive ability with set pieces earlier in his career and suggested that the England international is well on track to reach even greater technical levels. \u201cDeclan Rice can become a long-throw expert. Remember what he did with set pieces,\u201d Arteta said, pointing to the midfielder\u2019s earlier days when he frequently contributed to dead-ball scenarios.<\/p>\n
Arteta further emphasized how significantly Rice has grown over the past few years. \u201cI know how good Declan was at taking set-pieces three or four years ago, and I know how good he is now,\u201d he added, noting the midfielder\u2019s evolution since his breakthrough at West Ham United.<\/p>\n
His contributions have extended far beyond his defensive midfield duties, with his passing range, ball-carrying ability, and shooting from distance becoming key attacking weapons for the Gunners this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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