Arsenal are reportedly moving towards a new long-term contract for Declan Rice as the club look to secure the midfielder’s future at Emirates Stadium.
Rice’s existing deal runs until 2028, with Arsenal having already identified an extension as a priority following last season’s Premier League title triumph.
A fresh report now suggests the proposed agreement could keep the England international in north London until 2031.
Arsenal reportedly eye Declan Rice deal until 2031
According to talkSPORT, Arsenal are working towards extending Rice’s contract through to 2031.
The report also states that the 27-year-old could be rewarded with improved terms that move his salary towards the level of Bukayo Saka.
That would underline Rice’s status as one of the most important players in Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Arsenal had already planned to open talks over a new deal, but the latest report provides a clearer indication of the length of contract being discussed.
Rice remains central to Arsenal’s long-term plans
Rice has become a central figure since joining Arsenal from West Ham United in 2023.
His influence increased further during last season’s Premier League title-winning campaign, with the midfielder becoming one of Arteta’s most trusted players.
Arsenal’s desire to secure his future therefore comes as little surprise.
The club have already spent significant time protecting the core of the squad, with new contracts forming part of a wider plan to maintain the team that ended Arsenal’s 22-year wait for the league title.
Our Arsenal squad and contract guide tracks the current expiry dates across Arteta’s first-team group.
Arteta deal could influence Rice talks
Rice’s contract situation is also developing while Arsenal work towards securing Arteta’s own long-term future.
The manager recently said he remains confident an agreement will be reached with the club, while reports have indicated talks are in the final stages.
We covered the latest on Arteta’s Arsenal contract earlier this month.
talkSPORT’s latest report suggests progress on Rice’s new terms is expected as Arsenal continue resolving Arteta’s future.
That would give the club further stability around two of the most influential figures in the current project.
Declan Rice currently remains under contract until 2028
There is no immediate contractual pressure on Arsenal.
Rice’s current agreement runs until 2028 and also includes an option for a further year.
No new deal has yet been officially announced by Arsenal.
The reported 2031 extension should therefore be treated as a developing contract story rather than a completed agreement.
Rice is currently remaining in north London during the international break after withdrawing from England duty.
We have covered Rice’s England withdrawal and latest fitness situation.
For Arsenal, tying Rice down for the long term would remove another potential future uncertainty around one of Arteta’s key players.
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