Declan Rice explains why he picked Arsenal over Man City

Asked why he picked Arsenal over Man City, Declan Rice told The Athletic: "This project seemed more exciting and that’s why I chose to come to Arsenal because I believe we’re on to big things here.’

Speaking on Rodri, he added: "We’re different players, I feel. With Rodri, he was born in Spain, he’s always been a natural No 6.

"You can just tell by the way he plays that he’s worked under Pep (Guardiola) for so long. He’s a lot more structured than I am.

"I’d say I’m a lot more off-the-cuff. Obviously, this season I’ve been more structured. But in terms of the way I play, I feel like… being free a little bit more.

"There are different things that we complement each other on — but no doubt, he’s the best in the world."