Manchester City give up on Declan Rice after Arsenal's increased bid

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Manchester City have dropped out of the race to sign West Ham's Declan Rice, following Arsenal's improved bid of £105million. </p>

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Planet Sport understands the Gunners made their latest offer for the 24-year-old England international on Tuesday after two previous approaches were rebuffed by the Hammers. </p>

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It was also reported City had a bid totalling £90m knocked back and the treble winners have now decided not to match or try to better Arsenal's proposition. </p>

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It is believed the Gunners have offered £100m and a further £5m in potential add-ons. It would make Rice the most expensive British player of all time and eclipses Arsenal's previous record transfer. </p>

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It is understood West Ham are unhappy with the payment structure put forward but, rather than dismiss the offer out of hand, are now looking to negotiate. </p>

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By contrast, Arsenal's pursuit of Germany forward Kai Havertz has been more straightforward. </p>

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With a deal agreed with Chelsea, Havertz underwent a medical over the weekend and is expected to be announced as an Arsenal player within the next 24 hours as footage of his arrival video was leaked on social media. </p>

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Meanwhile, a move for Ajax full-back Jurrien Timber is still being worked on as Arsenal aim to improve a squad that finished second last season. </p>

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