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In a blow to Arsenal's midfield strength, Thomas Partey could be facing an extended spell on the sidelines, according to a statement from Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta.
The 30-year-old Ghanaian international suffered his most recent setback just prior to Arsenal's high-stakes Champions League clash with Sevilla last week.
This comes at a time when Partey had already been featuring in fewer games this season, following the arrival of midfielder Declan Rice from West Ham.
Partey's last appearance was as a late substitute in Arsenal's statement-making 1-0 victory over Manchester City earlier this month. The extent of his injury is yet to be disclosed, but it raises concerns over the Gunners' midfield depth in the upcoming fixtures.
The Ghanaian midfielder played a key role in Arsenal's outstanding performance in the league last season. He made 33 appearances and scored three goals in the league during the 2022/23 season.
"He is a big concern because when Thomas is fit and available and he's been part of the team, we have seen what the results and the impact that he has on the team," Arteta said.
"I'm so sorry for him because I think he's doing every single thing that he can do right to be there, he was gutted.
"I think that he will be out for weeks, I don't know how long, but he's got another appointment today, and we will see more after that,"
The 30-year-old Ghanaian international suffered his most recent setback just prior to Arsenal's high-stakes Champions League clash with Sevilla last week.
This comes at a time when Partey had already been featuring in fewer games this season, following the arrival of midfielder Declan Rice from West Ham.
Partey's last appearance was as a late substitute in Arsenal's statement-making 1-0 victory over Manchester City earlier this month. The extent of his injury is yet to be disclosed, but it raises concerns over the Gunners' midfield depth in the upcoming fixtures.
The Ghanaian midfielder played a key role in Arsenal's outstanding performance in the league last season. He made 33 appearances and scored three goals in the league during the 2022/23 season.
"He is a big concern because when Thomas is fit and available and he's been part of the team, we have seen what the results and the impact that he has on the team," Arteta said.
"I'm so sorry for him because I think he's doing every single thing that he can do right to be there, he was gutted.
"I think that he will be out for weeks, I don't know how long, but he's got another appointment today, and we will see more after that,"