EPL: I was sad when Declan Rice chose Arsenal – Bruno Fernandes

Manchester United captain, Bruno Fernandes, has admitted Declan Rice’s determination from West Ham to Arsenal near him “sad”.

Rice became the astir costly subordinate successful the Gunners’ past aft they agreed a £105m woody for him successful 2023.

The England midfielder has gone connected to go a cardinal subordinate of Mikel Arteta’s team.

However, earlier leaving the Hammers, Rice was a subordinate successful request with United and Manchester City, which were believed to beryllium keen.

“Obviously, I knew him already from West Ham and we each knew the qualities helium had, and I person ever said that I thought Rice was a subordinate to play for Man United.

“I was truly bittersweet erstwhile helium chose to spell to Arsenal, I don’t cognize if determination was the accidental oregon the accidental to travel to Manchester United, but I ever thought that helium would beryllium the cleanable acceptable for our club,” Fernandes said connected JoelBeya TV.

EPL: I was bittersweet erstwhile Declan Rice chose Arsenal – Bruno Fernandes