Arsenal: 3 players who Mikel Arteta could sign in the summer

Although we still have the last 10 games of the season. Or, in Arsenal’s case, the last 10 “cup finals” – the summer transfer window is still looming.

So, to cure the gruelling international break boredom, let’s look ahead at the 3 most likely players Mikel Arteta could sign at Arsenal in the summer transfer window.

1. Declan Rice (West Ham United)

The most likely signing which is to happen will be the player at the top of Mikel Arteta’s shortlist – Declan Rice.

It was revealed only yesterday that Arsenal are confident they will sign the West Ham United midfielder in the summer, and even believe they can cut 25% off the Hammers’ valuation. Rice is entering the final stages of his contract and ready to pursue the next chapter in his career, therefore the Gunners could secure a bargain here.

As shown in the conference league this season, Declan Rice is more than capable of taking the step up. I don’t think I’m going out on a limb by saying Arsenal will qualify for the Champions League, which is the ultimate end goal for the English midfielder. He would also adapt well to play under Mikel Arteta’s tutelage, where a large part of his philosophy revolves around the tactical fluidity of his midfielders.