Vieira hails Rice as Arsenal's most impressive leader after Premier League triumph
Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has identified midfielder Declan Rice as the club's player who impressed him most after the Gunners' Premier League triumph. The former Arsenal captain described Rice as 'the voice of the team on the pitch' and praised his leadership qualities, particularly during difficult matches. 'He took leadership at Arsenal,' Vieira told Sky Sports. 'I like how he is when things are tough for the team. He has been really impressive since he came to Arsenal, you can see the maturity in his game.' The England international joined Arsenal from West Ham United a few years ago and has emerged as a key figure in Mikel Arteta's squad. With Arsenal preparing for the UCL final against PSG in Budapest, Rice's leadership could prove crucial for their European ambitions. Vieira's comments add another layer of confidence to Arsenal's camp ahead of the crucial match.