Mikel Arteta has provided the latest on the fitness of Thomas Partey in his pre-match press conference ahead of Everton vs Arsenal. The Ghanaian was forced off at half time during last week's FA Cup clash with Manchester City after suffering a blow to the ribs.
“Yeah, he had some discomfort and it was getting worse and worse," Arteta said of Partey's injury after the match. "He could not continue and he was not comfortable to continue. No initial diagnosis. Tomorrow, or the day after, it will have to be an MRI scan and we’ll see what he has.”
Initial prognosis on the injury suggested that it may not be as significant as first thought after the Ghanaian was able to walk away from the Etihad Stadium without any further discomfort. And now Arteta has given the last on Partey's chances of being fit for the trip to Goodison Park on Saturday.
