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“West Ham’s Heartbreak: Declan Rice Reveals Why leaving for Arsenal was his best move
West Ham is feeling the absence of Declan Rice more than ever, yet he has confidently affirmed that his move to Arsenal was the right choice.
Though Rice’s departure may have upset many West Ham supporters, he has consistently expressed his love for the club. Whether in interviews or by not celebrating goals against West Ham, his actions reflect his loyalty. He has acknowledged the club’s Europa Conference League anniversary and even donated to help a young cancer-stricken goalkeeper from the academy.
Recently, he shared a photo on Instagram with West Ham’s sporting director, Mark Noble, captioned, “Tightest of friends always,” highlighting their ongoing bond.
In a sport known for its fierce rivalries, it’s understandable that some West Ham fans were hurt when their captain opted for Arsenal over Manchester City. Since his £105 million transfer, Arsenal fans have taunted West Ham supporters, but Rice has thrived at Arsenal, proving them right.
During his three matches against Arsenal last season, Rice received mixed reactions from West Ham fans, facing jeers like “you should have signed for a big club.” However, his respectful demeanor during their 6-0 defeat will serve him well on future visits.
Rice played a crucial role in Arsenal’s challenge for the Premier League title last season, although they fell short. He left West Ham to seek major trophies, yet his last significant victory remains the European title with the Hammers. Mikel Arteta will face growing pressure if that trophy drought continues.
Had he joined Manchester City, Rice could have already won numerous titles, but he has no regrets about his choice to move to Arsenal. In a recent Sky Sports interview, he asserted, “When I signed here, I signed for a massive club with a lot of expectations,” and expressed excitement about the future.
While this may irritate West Ham fans, especially as their midfield appears weaker since his exit, the club benefitted from the financial boost of his transfer. Importantly, Rice has refrained from showing excessive loyalty to Arsenal, as he understands the impact it would have on West Ham fans.
