Declan Rice Expected to Sign Long-Term Contract with Arsenal

In other news, Julian Ward is poised to return to Liverpool as sporting director, finalizing the club's succession plan following the departure of Richard Hughes, as reported by The Times.

Chelsea is monitoring the progress of 15-year-old Gambian midfielder Adama Jeng, who currently plays for Samger FC, according to the Mail. Furthermore, Alejandro Garnacho is attracting attention from LaLiga after struggling to make an impact at Aston Villa since his loan move from Chelsea.

Mikel Arteta has reached an agreement for a long-term contract extension with Arsenal, which includes a significant pay rise, acknowledging his success last season. His tenure as manager could extend beyond a decade, as noted by The Guardian.

In transfer news, Manchester United is exploring options across Europe for potential replacements for young talent JJ Gabriel. Among the names being considered is 16-year-old Mezian Mesloub from Lens, according to talkSPORT.

Tottenham has lost a sponsor as Sidiz has triggered an early termination clause in their agreement, set to end in October, reported by The Telegraph. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest is preparing for summer interest in Morgan Gibbs-White, with Bayern Munich expressing potential interest, according to talkSPORT.

In international football, Argentina has offered a long-term contract to head coach Lionel Scaloni, which extends until the 2026 World Cup, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.

In rugby union, Henry Pollock has signed a new deal worth £450,000 a year with Northampton Saints, ensuring his availability for England beyond the next World Cup, according to The Telegraph.

Lastly, uncertainty surrounds the Formula 1 season's conclusion, as organizers are hesitant to cancel upcoming races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi due to financial implications, as noted by The Times.