Arsenal manager Mile Arteta is pleased with Thomas Partey after he put in a solid performance in the Gunners’ 5-1 thumping of Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, Afrosport reports.
The Ghana international has enjoyed a better level of fitness this season and has played all but one of Arsenal’s games in all competitions.
This is in comparison to previous seasons where Partey was blighted by injuries which Arteta sees as progress for him.
“I think it’s one of the best performances [against Sporting] I have seen from him, especially the way he’s dominated the game so that’s the level he can play, he’s progressing,” the Spaniard said.
“This year he’s been so consistent as well because he always has a role, that’s a big thing, he’s a massive player for us.”
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When asked what had changed for Arsenal after going five games without a win in all competitions to record back-to-back victories, Arteta said: “A lot, because we were training with 11-12 players for a long period so they could not train and play, and then suddenly almost everybody is fit and available.
“It’s true, we are still managing certain players but their level is rising. I have no doubt we have the right ability, we are going to be a really good side.”
Arsenal will travel to the London Stadium to take on West Ham United in the Premier League on Saturday evening.
