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Mikel Arteta anticipates Declan Rice's emotional return to West Ham

Posted : 01 November 2023
Mikel Arteta, the Arsenal boss, anticipates Declan Rice's return to West Ham in their upcoming clash, describing it as a "beautiful" moment. Rice, who captained West Ham to UEFA Europa Conference League glory last season, made a high-profile move to Arsenal in a £104 million deal during the summer. The two teams are set to face each other in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, and Arteta believes it will be a special occasion for all involved.
 
The England international will square off against his former club for the first time since joining Arsenal in the high-value transfer. Arteta encourages Rice to relish this moment, recognizing the significance of his return to West Ham. Arteta noted, "It will be his first time back at his old club and a beautiful moment for him," emphasizing the sentimental value of the reunion and the respect Rice holds for his former club.
 
Rice's farewell to West Ham was marked by a memorable victory, as he led the team to a 2-1 triumph over Fiorentina in the Europa Conference League final. This not only highlighted Rice's impact but also marked a significant milestone for West Ham, with their first major trophy since the FA Cup in 1980. While Arsenal has had more success in terms of silverware over the years, their League Cup victories have been limited since its inception in 1960/61.
 
Despite an upcoming crucial Premier League match against Newcastle, with Arsenal currently sitting in second place in the table, the Carabao Cup remains a priority. Arteta, expected to rotate his squad, expressed his eagerness for a deep run in the competition, emphasizing that winning the trophy is a goal they are focused on. He views the Carabao Cup with the same level of seriousness as the Premier League, demonstrating his commitment to achieving success in both competitions.
 

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