On Saturday, English Premier League player, Arsenal unveiled its new signee, Declan Rice, accompanied by the hit song “Declan Rice” by Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Ojogwu popularly known as Odumodublvck.
OsunDailyNG reports that Arsenal signed Rice from West Ham United in a deal worth a staggering £105 million, making it the club’s highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.
Arsenal confirmed Rice’s signing via it’s Twitter page with the catchy song “Declan Rice” by Odumodublvck playing in the background.
OsunDailyNG reports that Nigerian rapper, Odumodublvck, who is known for his genre-blending style, also expressed his congratulations to the footballer on social media.
“Congrats to my boy on your new adventure @declanrice with @arsenal.
“God bless everyone involved in this milestone, my producers. Abuja Stand Up,” Odumodublvck wrote.
The rapper released “Declan Rice” in March as a tribute to the football player. In a recent interview, Odumodublvck revealed that he and Declan Rice have developed a friendship through their mutual appreciation for the song.
“I made a video vibing to the song. I posted it, and Declan Rice was like, ‘Jeez, the song is fire.’ Now we are friends.
“He is texting me that he has to come to Nigeria, even if it’s only for two days. He said the next time I am performing, he has to be on stage with me,” the rapper shared.
Odumodublvck attributed their connection to divine intervention, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to collaborate with Declan Rice and celebrate their shared success.
