Arsenal faces a significant midfield challenge with Thomas Partey sidelined until the new year due to persistent injuries since his £45 million move to the Emirates in 2020. The Ghanaian’s latest setback, a training-induced thigh problem, is expected to keep him out for the remainder of the year, prompting Arsenal to explore potential replacements.
Despite being among Arsenal’s highest earners at £200,000-a-week until 2025, Partey’s recurring muscular issues raise the prospect of a sale. His likely participation in the Africa Cup of Nations in January intensifies the need for midfield reinforcements.
Arsenal is reportedly eyeing five midfielders, with Douglas Luiz of Aston Villa emerging as the primary target. Fabrizio Romano identifies Luiz as Arsenal’s number one target, while Igor Zubimendi remains under consideration. The 24-year-old caught Arsenal’s eye previously, and the club continues to monitor him for a potential move in the upcoming transfer window, according to reports from Football. London.
Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips, eyeing regular play for Euro 2024, and Real Madrid’s Tchouameni are also on Arsenal’s radar. The potential Premier League ban on loans between associated clubs could impact Newcastle’s pursuit of Ruben Neves, complicating matters for both Newcastle and Al-Hilal, majority-owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. After securing Declan Rice’s services in the summer, Arsenal turned its attention to fortifying the midfield with new acquisitions.
Here is the highlight video of Thomas Partey’s some skills.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 4th in the Premier League with 24 points.
In the last 11 games, it has won 7 times, drawn 3 times, and lost once. In its last match, Arsenal lost 1-0 against Newcastle United.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 23 goals and conceding 9.
Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against Burnley on Saturday 11th of November in London. The prediction is Arsenal winning the match.
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