Paul Scholes believes Declan Rice has not been Arsenal’s standout performer this season (The Overlap)Paul Scholes has questioned whether Declan Rice has been Arsenal’s best player this season and believes Jurrien Timber has been more influential for the Premier League leaders. ‘Has Declan Rice been that special this year?’ Scholes said on The Overlap’s latest fan debate. Declan Rice has four goals and three assists in the Premier League this season (AFP via Getty)‘I think your defenders have probably had a bigger influence than Declan Rice. ‘I like him but I’m just saying I don’t think he is the best player in the Premier League this year. I think Timber has been unbelievable.

Source: Metro January 24, 2026 17:21 UTC