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On Sunday, August 6, Declan Rice will surely make his competitive Arsenal debut against Manchester City.
The 24-year-old is set to be in the starting XI at Wembley when the Gunners face Pep Guardiola's side in the Community Shield clash.
Mikel Arteta is yet to decide on his role in the team but it's clear that the England international excels when playing in the position of a defensive midfielder.
Last season, no Arsenal player came close to Rice when it came to interceptions and progressive ball carries despite West Ham finishing in 14th place, winning just 11 games.
Rice vs Arsenal midfielders, 2022/23 Premier League:
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