Declan Rice posts update with Man Utd and Spurs stars amid Arsenal transfer

Arsenal transfer news: Declan Rice has posted yet another update on his training camp in Portugal, while there awaits confirmation on a switch to Arsenal

It comes as the 24-year-old is made to wait on his move to the Emirates Stadium in the transfer window, following a dramatic saga that has played out for weeks. The Gunners saw two opening bids of £80million and £90million respectively turned down by the Hammers.

Premier League title rivals Manchester City joined the conversation, having their opening offer turned down, but increasing the bidding price. Arsenal then stepped up their own deal, tabling £105million that was accepted by West Ham in principle and resulted in City backing out of the race.

It would take some time before a full agreement was reached, with instalments being a key factor to determine whether the deal would go ahead or not. That was eventually finalised, with a medical taking place, but a delay in any announcement has caused concern amongst the fanbase.

With pre-season underway for most, Rice has been away in Portugal, where he is part of a training camp at a venue called 'The Campus' alongside fellow stars. The England international posted another update late on Wednesday night, with an Instagram post that said: "Stepping it up."

He was seen with the likes of Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes, AC Milan ace Rafael Leao and new Tottenham signing James Maddison. The first two commented on the post with fist bumping emojis, to which the midfielder replied with the same, outlining their bond during the trip.

It remains to be seen how long it will be before Rice can join up with the rest of the Arsenal squad as a new Gunners player, with the deal now dragging on.