Setback for Arsenal as Thomas Partey Faces Fresh Injury Woe Ahead of Key Premier League Clashes
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Setback for Arsenal as Thomas Partey Faces Fresh Injury Woe Ahead of Key Premier League Clashes

Stephen Oladehinde 19:31 - 03.02.2024

Arsenal's midfield dynamo Thomas Partey faces yet another challenging chapter in his ongoing struggle with injuries, casting a shadow over the Gunners' squad as they gear up for crucial matches.

Mikel Arteta, the man at the helm of Arsenal, shared concerning news about Partey's fitness ahead of their high-stakes clash against Liverpool. 

This recent development has undeniably dealt a blow to Arsenal's ambitions, emphasizing Partey's importance to the team's core structure and their aspirations for the season.

 The Injury Setback

Arteta revealed that Partey suffered "a little setback" in training, which has sidelined him once again, highlighting a recurrent issue in a "very similar area" to his previous injuries. 

Mikel Arteta of Arsenal. || Picture credit: David Klein / Sportimage  || Credit: Getty
Mikel Arteta of Arsenal. || Picture credit: David Klein / Sportimage || Credit: Getty

This hiccup in Partey's recovery raises questions about the duration of his absence from the pitch, with Arteta noting, as reported by Fabrizio, "We'll see if it's a matter of days or weeks. But he had a little thing

Arteta's Concerns

The Arsenal boss expressed significant concern over Partey's injury woes, stating, "A big concern because he is such an important player for us." 

Arsenal's midfielder Thomas Partey || X
Arsenal's midfielder Thomas Partey || X

Arteta's acknowledgement of Partey's unique contributions to the squad underlines the Ghanaian's pivotal role and the difficulty in finding a direct replacement within the team. 

Arteta's remarks underscore the ongoing challenges in managing Partey's fitness and the broader implications for the team's performance and depth.