According to transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal are close to agreeing a new contract with Declan Rice following confirmation of Mikel Arteta's plan.

Romano stated that Rice has decided to stay and will sign a new deal soon, with the final details currently being finalized. Arsenal are confident of completing the agreement swiftly.

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