Rice backs Madueke to make ‘big statement’ after £52m move | OneFootball

Declan Rice welcomed Noni Madueke to Arsenal with a glowing endorsement, calling the winger’s £52m switch from Chelsea a “big statement” and backing him to be “incredible” for the club.

Madueke, 23, became Arsenal’s fourth signing of the summer and will wear the No. 20 shirt.

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The England international spent two-and-a-half seasons at Stamford Bridge but has now joined Mikel Arteta’s squad ahead of the 25/26 season.

In a personal letter welcoming Madueke to the club, Rice wrote: “Welcome to the Arsenal family. Noni, my brother. I’m buzzing for you to join the club… You are going to be a massive part of [bringing] success to this club.” He added: “Knowing you as a person and as a player… I know you’re going to be incredible for us.”

Rice also encouraged his international teammate to reach out if he needed anything, signing off with:“Big love, bro. Dec.”

As you can see from the video below, Madueke looks really happy and excited to be a Gunner.