Rice starts, early return - Four things spotted in Arsenal training ahead of Man Utd clash
Mikel Arteta will have been working his Arsenal players hard in training as they prepare for their second pre-season clash against Manchester United
Arsenal take on Manchester United in a pre-season friendly this evening with a lot of decisions facing Mikel Arteta. The Gunners beat the MLS All stars earlier this week and will now do battle with fellow Premier League outfit Man United.
While Arsenal have been in the USA, transfer talks at Emirates Stadium has gone quiet for the most part following the £105million deal for Declan Rice. The 24-year-old came off the bench to make his debut for the Gunners and could be in line for a start on Saturday evening.
With that said, football.london has taken a look at all the things spotted in the latest round of Arsenal training pictures.
Declan Rice hint
Arsenal's club photographer captured Declan Rice deep in conversation with Gabriel Magalhaes which could hint both will start against Manchester United.
The Brazilian started alongside William Saliba against the MLS All-Stars and is expected to be named in the team again. Jorginho was the chosen defensive midfielder with Thomas Partey joining up with the squad next week, but Rice could now come in for the Italy international.
Both were pictured gesticulating to one another, potentially discussing positional decisions which could see Rice in line for his first start at his new club.
Smith Rowe returns
Emile Smith Rowe and Thomas Partey were initially scheduled to join up with Mikel Arteta's squad next week, however Smith Rowe chose to return early.
The 22-year-old won the Under-21 European championships with England earlier this month, but recognising the competition for places in the Arsenal squad has increased, made the decision to
Read on m.allfootballapp.com
