March 3rd 2024.
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal team is preparing to face Sheffield United on Monday night and the manager is confident that midfielder Thomas Partey will have a significant impact on their Premier League title race. Despite only playing in four games this season due to injuries, Partey is expected to make his return against Sheffield United.
Arteta believes that Partey's presence in the midfield was crucial in Arsenal's title challenge last season and he is excited to see the partnership that will develop between Partey and Declan Rice. Rice, who joined Arsenal for a record-breaking fee of £105m in the summer, played alongside Partey in the Community Shield victory against Manchester City in August. However, Partey's injuries have kept him out for most of the season, with a brief stint at right-back before his extended absence.
When asked if Rice could elevate Partey's performance, Arteta responded, "For sure. I will have to see that chemistry on the pitch and how we can utilize their strengths to make each other better. But I believe that it will be a very strong midfield."
Partey's limited playing time this season has highlighted his importance to the team, with Arteta stating, "They only played together in the Community Shield. That shows how much we have missed Thomas. To have him for the entire season, and a player of his caliber who hasn't played much with us, his impact over the next three months will be crucial."
Despite their strong start to the season, Arteta acknowledges that winning the title will require an exceptional effort. "You might have to win every game," he said. "With the hectic schedule and this unpredictable league, anything less than 90 points would be extremely difficult."
The manager also addressed recent rumors of him potentially leaving Arsenal for Manchester United, saying, "I am fully committed to this club and I am not going anywhere. I am focused on taking Arsenal to the top and winning the title for the fans."
In other news, Arteta provided updates on Pedro Neto's injury and Jose Sa's performance during the recent defeat against Newcastle. He also commented on the talent of Chelsea star Mason Mount and expressed his disappointment in Manchester United youth player Alejandro Garnacho for his unsportsmanlike behavior during the Manchester derby.
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