Gary Lineker and Micah Richards disagree with Paul Scholes on Declan Rice's role at Arsenal
Declan Rice delivered another outstanding performance for Arsenal, earning widespread admiration from Gary Lineker and Micah Richards. Under Mikel Arteta, the midfielder has become crucial across all phases of play — from defence to attack and set pieces.
Dominant performance against Burnley
In Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Burnley, Rice not only scored but also contributed an assist, reinforcing his growing reputation as one of the world’s leading midfielders. His influence continues to shape how the Gunners control games.
Richards and Lineker praise Rice
Among those praising Rice are former footballers Micah Richards and Gary Lineker, who discussed his evolution on The Rest Is Football podcast.
“I have to identify Declan Rice. Declan Rice, he took his game to a next level now, where you’re talking about him as possibly being one of the best in world football.” — Micah Richards
Lineker echoed the sentiment, emphasizing Rice’s all-around capabilities and leadership on the field, describing him as a player who seems to excel in every role Arsenal needs.
Conclusion
As talk grows about Rice’s influence at Arsenal and beyond, figures like Richards and Lineker see him as a key figure in Arteta’s tactical system and possibly one of the elite midfielders in modern football.
Author’s summary: Former players Lineker and Richards hail Arsenal’s Declan Rice as a complete midfielder whose latest performances put him among the world’s best.