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Carragher says Rice is Premier League’s outstanding midfielder and up there with Arsenal great Vieira

Jamie Carragher has said Declan Rice is the best midfielder in the Premier League by a distance and up there with Arsenal's all-time greats.Rice produced a man-of-the-match performance as Arsenal beat...

Carragher says Rice is Premier League’s outstanding midfielder and up there with Arsenal great Vieira

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has praised Declan Rice, stating that he is the top midfielder in the Premier League and among the greatest Arsenal players of all time. Rice's outstanding performance was evident in Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Liverpool, where he set up the winning goal and contributed defensively. Carragher believes there is no debate regarding Rice's supremacy, comparing him to Arsenal legends Patrick Vieira and Liam Brady.

The 27-year-old's world-class skills have left many questioning the understanding of football by those who doubt his abilities. Rice has become a vital cog in Arsenal's recent resurgence, securing their first win at Anfield since September 2012 and climbing back to the top of the league table.

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