We have always wanted Thomas Partey to be at this level – Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has praised Thomas Partey’s impact so far in the ongoing season.Since joining the club from Atletico Madrid in 2020 on a five-year contract, the Ghanaian midfielder has faced challenges with injuries, but he has made a total of 12 appearances this season, scoring once.However, the 30-year-old has made a total of 12 appearances for the club with a goal to his credit.Speaking ahead of their game against Newcastle United at the St. James Park on Saturday, Arteta commended Partey for his impact so far in the season.The Spanish tactician also lauded the midfielder for his versatility in playing at different positions.”The one thing that we needed was Thomas to be at the level we wanted certainly,” he told the club website on Friday.”He’s working so hard to do what he’s doing at the moment, and I think he’s playing really well in different positions with different demands and he’s coping with it in a great way. Hes a big player for us,” he added.Thomas Partey will hope to keep his place in the team ahead of their early kick-off against the Magpies.