Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta hints at imminent signing for ‘versatile’ Kai Havertz, refuses to discuss Declan Rice

Mikel Arteta has hinted that Chelsea forward Kai Havertz is on the verge of signing for Arsenal, but refused to discuss a potential move for Declan Rice.

In an interview with Marca during a short break in Mallorca, Arteta was questioned about German international’s pending move to the Gunners.

Usually, Arteta does not discuss players that could potentially be on their way to Emirates Stadium – as is the case with Rice – but gave an open response when asked about the pending Havertz deal.