According to a report by London Evening Standard on Tuesday November 10, 2026, Mikel Arteta intends to utilize Declan Rice more regularly as a defensive midfielder at Arsenal, according to Rice, who thinks that position brings out his best performance.

The England international opened up about the negative impacts of social media and his decision to leave X (formerly Twitter) three years ago.

The latest issue of British GQ, Men of the Year, featured Rice on the cover. Among the many topics covered by the 27-year-old was his career at Arsenal and his connection with Arteta.

Rice was the go-to guy for the number eight position last year. But now he knows he'll be primarily used as a number six in a deeper midfield role. He thinks the change will make his life easier by relieving his mental and physical strain.

Rice elaborated that, in addition to playing, he is also in charge of directing and organizing his teammates during games. He freely confessed that he needed about a year to completely absorb Arteta's concepts before he could comprehend the tactical demands of the manager.

Rice recalled a more impromptu style of play when he was a West Ham player. Christian Norgaard could take six or seven months to adapt to Arteta's detailed instructions, which he recalled warning Christian about.

The midfielder for Arsenal also discussed his departure from X three years ago. He elaborated on how it's hard for him to keep a positive outlook when people say hurtful things; it can ruin his day. Ever since he departed, he has made no return to the platform.

Additionally, Rice voiced her worries regarding the impact of social media on the youth of today. He thinks kids are facing a major problem with excessive exposure.

Rice, meanwhile, spoke about the lofty goals he has and Arsenal's stringent requirements. Despite losing the Champions League final last year, he is still fired up for big games and wants to win even more this year.