Manchester United legend, Roy Keane beleives Thomas Partey has the qualities to match Patrick Vieira’s achievements at Arsenal.
Partey, who joined Arsenal in a £45 million deal from Atletico Madrid on deadline day, put up another masterclass performance against Manchester United as the Gunners recorded a 1-0 win over United.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s penalty in the second half secured victory for Mikel Arteta’s side, while Partey dominated the midfield battle against Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes.
And Keane was impressed with the Gunners’ latest signing saying he wished Manchester United signed the Ghana international stressing he has what it takes to match Vieira's achievements.
"Brilliant, I thought he was outstanding,’ Keane told Sky Sports when asked about Partey’s performance.
"We said before the game, this guy’s no mug, he’s played for a big club, he’s played in big competitions.
"We saw today when you watch a player live that’s when you can judge a player. ‘The more I look at him the more I wish he was in Man United’s midfield.
"Big, strong, aggressive, obviously going back with Arsenal I had my battles with Patrick Vieira, I think this kid has got a chance of matching what Patrick used to do.
"He’s big, he’s strong, he’s aggressive and he likes to pass it forward. He can deal with the ball, he looks comfortable on the ball, just small little details, composure, good first touch, retaining possession, that’s the name of the game.’