Declan Rice’s impending transfer to Arsenal is expected to be concluded soon, it has been reported by ExWHUEmployee.

The England international midfielder, who came through our famed Academy of Football, is close to penning a deal which will Rice move for a package worth £105m, breaking the British transfer record.

It is a transfer that has taken significant time to conclude, so ultimately the finalisation of the move will be a relief to all parties, with West Ham expected to make moves in the transfer market to strengthen ahead of the new season.

There has been much speculation surrounding the deal, with Arsenals lawyers reportedly reviewing the contract documentation, however Ex has stated that at this stage the transfer should be concluded.

“He is expected to finalise his release from West Ham, and then be officially announced either Friday or Saturday by Arsenal. He’ll then join up with their squad for Arsenals tour of the USA.”

As of now however, The West Ham Way are not able to report on the finer finance details on the move. We have not been made aware of any potential financial issues in completing the deal from Arsenals end.

Ex will be keeping fans fully up to date on the progress of this transfer and all other West Ham matters on Patreon.