Mikel Arteta offers worrying Declan Rice update after Arsenal star missed Aston Villa winArsenal were without Declan Rice to their win over Aston Villa on Tuesday night and the midfielder could still miss their next outing as he deals with a knee injuryView 2 Images Declan Rice missed Arsenal's win with a knee injury (Image: Getty Images)Mikel Arteta admits that Declan Rice is far from certain to return against Bournemouth on Saturday after the Arsenal talisman missed Tuesday night's thumping 4-1 win over Aston Villa. But games will continue to come thick and fast for the Premier League leaders and they may have to continue without Rice in the short-term. Rice has been integral for Arsenal, earning a reputation as one of the world's best in his position. But the Gunners' squad depth was on show as they hammered Aston Villa 4-1 - gaining revenge for their loss earlier in the month. ‌Arteta has continued to invest in his squad and saw a number of impressive players arrive in the summer.

Source: Daily Mirror December 31, 2025 09:53 UTC