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Former Tottenham striker Teddy Sheringham has made a bold declaration about Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice, naming him as the Premier League’s standout English player. Following his £105 million transfer from West Ham, Rice has become an instrumental figure at the Emirates Stadium, making 65 appearances across all competitions for Arsenal at age 25.
In his interview with OffShoreBets, Sheringham elaborated on Rice’s exceptional impact: “Declan Rice is the best English player in the Premier League. He makes a big difference to the teams that he plays in, whether he’s playing for England or Arsenal.” The former striker particularly emphasized Rice’s leadership qualities, noting how his presence alone strengthens the team sheet and how he actively guides his teammates through matches.
According to Sheringham, Rice exemplifies the qualities of elite players by setting high standards and elevating those around him. His influence has been transformative for Arsenal’s midfield, helping establish them as legitimate Premier League title contenders. “He’s been a fantastic signing for Arsenal, and he’s a big reason why they are where they are now and competing at the top end of the division,” Sheringham observed.
While praising Rice, Sheringham also took the opportunity to highlight another Premier League talent, showing his Tottenham allegiance by discussing Dutch defender Micky van de Ven. He expressed surprise at van de Ven’s limited role in the Dutch national team, describing him as the league’s unsung hero. “When he plays, Tottenham look like a completely different team,” Sheringham stated, noting how many top clubs missed the opportunity to sign him.
Sheringham concluded by highlighting van de Ven’s significant impact on Tottenham’s performance, suggesting that the team’s recent inconsistent results correlate with his absence from the lineup. Since joining the club, van de Ven has been “magnificent from day one,” according to Sheringham, making his recruitment a particularly astute move by Tottenham.
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