"If anything, it’s too low!" - West Ham star makes bold claim on Declan Rice price tag ahead of Arsenal move

West Ham United star Gianluca Scamacca had nothing but praise for Arsenal-bound Declan Rice. The English midfielder is set to join the Gunners after the two clubs agreed a deal worth £100 million and £5 million in add-ons.

Scamacca doesn't think that the price is too much. Rather, the Italian reckons it's too low for a player of Rice's ability. He added that Rice is the best player he has played with and reminds him of Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.

Scamacca told Nima Tavallaey Roodsari:

“£120m price tag? If anything, it’s too low! He’s a great player. He reminds me of Gerrard. He’s the best midfielder I’ve ever played with.”

The Gunners made signing Declan Rice a priority this summer. They have agreed the transfer fee with West Ham, and Rice has also reportedly passed his medical. However, the club are yet to announce the transfer.

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West Ham United frustrated with Arsenal's delay over Declan Rice deal

West Ham United have reportedly grown frustrated over the Gunners' delay in completing a deal for Declan Rice. Sky Sports reported a worrying update on the matter that could make fans anxious.

Sky Sports' recent report said (via The Boot Room):

“West Ham are becoming increasingly frustrated about the delay with the deal to sell Declan Rice to Arsenal. The £105million deal has been agreed eight days ago, but so far, this deal has not been signed.

"So far West Ham are still waiting to sign the contracts. The hold-up has been caused by delays with paperwork being drawn up by Arsenal’s lawyers. As far as West Ham are aware, Rice has passed his medical; however, still no deal done.”

It concluded:

“As things stand, he’s still not quite an Arsenal player, and West Ham, it would seem, are getting frustrated with the delays.”

Rice has long been a target for the Gunners. The north Londoners have already completed a move for Kai Havertz, and Jurrien Timber is also expected to be announced as a Gunners player soon.

However, their delay in confirming a move for Rice has raised concerns over whether the move would get completed. As of now, the transfer doesn't look to be in danger, though.