Thomas Partey has been excellent for Arsenal in the early weeks of this season and is a crucial piece of Mikel Arteta’s midfield jigsaw. This has been epitomised by the influence of the 29-year-old when he is included in the starting line-up.
His influence was proven with an excellent goal against Tottenham in the North London Derby on Saturday. His strike in the first half gave Arsenal the lead as the Gunners went on to win the match 3-1 which has kept Arteta’s side at the top of the table.
The performance from Partey was certainly a redemption display for this fixture two years ago as he and Arteta were at fault when the Gunners had lost 2-0, but this has now been overturned after the most recent victory.
