Rice wins 52% of the fan vote after a sensational campaign, beating Saka and Raya to win the award
Declan Rice has been voted Arsenal’s Player of the Season for the 2024/25 campaign, winning a dominant 52% of the fan vote.
The England international’s consistent brilliance and growing influence under Mikel Arteta have made him a cornerstone of the Gunners’ squad. Rice’s impressive form this season saw him thrive in a more advanced No. 8 role, blending his trademark defensive work with increased attacking contributions.
The 26-year-old’s standout performances included a vital winning goal against Newcastle United, securing Arsenal’s place in next season’s UEFA Champions League, and a spectacular brace of free kicks against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Rice’s exceptional form earned him a place in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season.
Despite Arsenal narrowly missing out on major silverware, Rice’s leadership, consistency, and resilience stood out in a campaign that saw key players struggle with injuries.
He ended the season with personal bests in goals and assists, playing a decisive role in four of Arsenal’s final six Premier League matches. Rice’s availability and consistency helped stabilise a squad hit hard by injuries, guiding Arsenal to a third consecutive second-place finish in the league.
