Mikel Arteta Optimistic About Arsenal Star’s Impact in Title Race
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is optimistic about the impact that midfielder Thomas Partey can have on the team’s Premier League title race. Partey has been plagued by injuries this season, only featuring in four top-flight games so far. However, he is expected to make his return against Sheffield United on Monday night.
Last season, Partey played a crucial role in Arsenal’s title challenge, and Arteta is excited to see the partnership he can build up with new signing Declan Rice. The two midfielders played together in the Community Shield triumph over Manchester City in August before Partey’s injury troubles began. Arteta believes that Rice’s presence can help elevate Partey’s performance to an even higher level.
“I will have to see that chemistry on the pitch, and those qualities, and the things we have to treat around to make sure they play to their strengths and make each other better. But I think that will be a very powerful midfield,” Arteta said.
Arteta acknowledges that Arsenal have missed Partey’s contributions on the field and believes that his return can make a significant impact for the team in the next three months. With Partey fully fit and available for selection, Arteta is hopeful that the midfielder can help Arsenal secure their first Premier League trophy in 20 years. However, he knows that it will be a challenging task.
“You might have to win every game,” Arteta said. “There are a lot of games and we are all going to have crazy schedules and this league might be different to last season. Anything under 90 points I think would be very difficult.”
Arteta’s confidence in Partey’s abilities and his belief in Arsenal’s potential to win the title showcases the determination and ambition within the club. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how Partey and Rice develop their partnership on the field and whether Arsenal can maintain their title challenge.
With the return of their influential midfielder, Arsenal fans will be eagerly anticipating the impact that Partey can have on the team’s performance. As the Premier League title race heats up, all eyes will be on Partey and his ability to make a difference in Arsenal’s pursuit of glory.