He’s desperate to improve: Mikel Arteta hails ‘winning mentality’ of Declan Rice

Arteta praised Rice’s “desperate” improvement mindset (Mike Egerton/PA)

Mikel Arteta has lauded Declan Rice’s “desperate” determination to improve after the midfielder was one of five Arsenal players called up to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad.

Rice has contributed five Premier League assists this season – the most of any player in the competition – as well as a Champions League goal, in 14 appearances across all competitions.