Declan Rice
Last updated October 9, 2026
Defensive Midfielder · #41 · England
Declan Rice is 27 years old (born 14 January 1999) and 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall. Declan Rice wears the number 41 shirt for Arsenal and is under contract until June 2028. Reported wage: £240,000 a week (GiveMeSport (figures credited to Capology), 27 August 2026).
Season-by-Season Record
| Season | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 35 | 4 | 7 |
| 2024-25 | 48 | 7 | 7 |
| 2023-24 | 51 | 7 | 9 |
| Total | 134 | 14 | 16 |
About Declan Rice
Declan Rice joined Arsenal from West Ham United in July 2023 for an initial fee of £100 million, making him one of the most expensive signings in football history. The England international has been a transformative presence in midfield, combining defensive steel with an increasing goal threat. His two direct free-kick goals against Real Madrid in the 2025-26 Champions League quarter-finals made him the first player to score two free kicks in a Champions League knockout match, and he was voted Arsenal's Player of the Season.
International Career — England
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Declan Rice?
Declan Rice is 27 years old, born on 14 January 1999.
When is Declan Rice's birthday?
Declan Rice's birthday is 14 January.
How tall is Declan Rice?
Declan Rice is 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What shirt number does Declan Rice wear?
Declan Rice wears the number 41 shirt for Arsenal. See every Arsenal squad number.
How much did Arsenal pay for Declan Rice?
Arsenal signed Declan Rice from West Ham for an initial fee of £100 million, potentially rising to £105 million.
What is Declan Rice's salary?
Declan Rice earns approximately £240,000 per week at Arsenal.
Does Declan Rice have a child?
Yes, Declan Rice has a son named Jude with his partner Lauren Fryer.
Did Declan Rice play for Ireland?
Declan Rice initially represented the Republic of Ireland at youth level before switching his allegiance to England in 2019.
Latest Declan Rice news
- Havertz and Tzolis injuries headline Arsenal's crowded sick bay
- Leeds to be without Dan James for trip to the Emirates
- Rice, White, Mosquera and Dowman all available for Leeds clash
- Merson: international break could give Leeds an edge over Arsenal
- Havertz returns to Arsenal training after 'muscle strain' scare