Arsenal’s Declan Rice Praises Real Madrid’s Tchouameni as a Top Midfield Talent

Arsenal’s Declan Rice Acknowledges Real Madrid’s Tchouameni as a Premier Midfield Talent

Declan Rice, formerly loosely linked with a move to Real Madrid on multiple occasions, made a high-profile transfer from West Ham United to Arsenal during the summer, marking one of the most expensive transfers in recent times. Despite interest from Manchester City, Rice opted for Arsenal, where he has begun his tenure impressively, even scoring a dramatic 96th-minute goal against Manchester United.

Rice, who has often been underrated due to his association with West Ham United, has the opportunity to change perceptions now that he’s part of a prominent club like Arsenal. He recently expressed his admiration for Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni, signaling his respect for the French midfielder.

In an interview with Channel 4, when asked about the top midfielders in Europe, Rice mentioned Tchouameni at Real Madrid as a standout talent. He described Tchouameni as a young, aggressive midfielder who excels at retaining possession, driving the ball forward, and contributing effectively.

Rice also included Manchester City’s Rodri, along with two of his Arsenal teammates, Jorginho and Thomas Partey, in his list of top midfielders in Europe. This selection highlights the quality and depth of talent in his estimation.

Tchouameni’s arrival at Real Madrid last year was marked by impressive performances, but his form appeared to wane after the World Cup, which included a missed penalty in the final against Argentina. However, he has regained his form and secured a regular starting role under Carlo Ancelotti’s management, reaffirming his status as a key player for Real Madrid.