Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has confirmed that midfielder Thomas Partey will be assessed ahead of the Gunners’ Premier League clash with Aston Villa this weekend.
The Ghanaian midfielder was ruled out of Wednesday evening’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester City with a muscular issue, despite taking part in training the day prior to the clash at the Emirates Stadium. Speaking ahead of kick-off, Arteta said: "It's what happens in football.
“Players pick up injuries and unfortunately Thomas [Partey] felt something in his back muscle. He isn't available to play today. We don’t know. It’s what happens, it’s part of football. I think Jorgi played a good game and we have to assess Tommy to see how bad it is."
