Former Arsenal star Gilberto Silva has been impressed by the performance of Thomas Partey so far and says the Black Stars deputy captain is a massive presence in the current Gunners squad.
“This position is very unique, as I have played there,” said Silva to TalkSport as quoted by HITC.
“Partey is a very good player.
“The importance of him in the team is massive because of his presence in the team. Not only because of what he does on the field, but about the way he helps the others around him.
“This is the key for this position. You are there doing things not many players like to do.
“One run after the players to get the ball and then to give it to somebody else because some players want time on the ball. I hope he can stay fit. In the recent past, he struggled a bit with fitness and injuries.”
The 28-year-old joined Arsenal last season from Atletico Madrid and has improved their midfield greatly.
Partey's only problem, however, is his fitness as he is often injured.
It seems his body is still adjusting to the change in competition from La Liga to the Premier League.
If he can stay fit for a long period in a season, he would be guaranteed to make a tremendous impact at the Emirates for a long time.