Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has hinted that Thomas Partey will start on the substitutes bench once again when the Gunners face Everton at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night. The 29-year-old missed the defeat against Manchester City and win against Aston Villa after suffering a muscle injury.
Partey returned to the matchday squad for the 1-0 win against Leicester City at the weekend, coming off the bench in the 84th minute as he looks to regain match fitness. The Ghana international's absence has been eased by Jorginho filling the void in midfield after securing a £12million switch to north London from Chelsea in the January transfer window.
Partey has proven to be a crucial player for Arteta this season in the holding midfield role, allowing Martin Odegaard and Granit Xhaka to have more influence in attacking phases. Jorginho has performed well in the Ghanaian's absence and looks set to start in midfield once again as Partey continues to build up his fitness following his recent injury.
