Mikel Arteta believes Declan Rice can take Arsenal to next level

Rice’s arrival is a huge shot in the arm for Mikel Arteta’s improving side, who beat perennial Premier League champions Manchester City to the England international’s signature

BIG SIGNING: Declan Rice has been described as a ‘lighthouse’ by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta. Pic: Simon Peach/PA

Mikel Arteta sees record signing Declan Rice as Arsenal’s “lighthouse” as the north London club look to win the Premier League.

Fresh from completing big-money moves for Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber, the Gunners completed their British record £105million acquisition for the West Ham captain on Saturday.