Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has put an end to speculations surrounding Thomas Partey's future at the club.
Amid rumors suggesting that Arsenal was considering offloading the Ghanaian midfielder, Arteta has come forward to affirm his desire to keep Partey in the team for the upcoming season.
Speaking to reporters ahead of their meeting with Manchester United, the Spanish tactician highlighted the significance of Thomas Partey to both him and the club, emphasizing that the midfielder remains an integral part of his plans moving forward.
"Without a question of a doubt, Thomas is a super important player for us and for me," Arteta asserted. "I want him to be part of the team."
Rumors had intensified after the Gunners' acquisition of Declan Rice from West Ham, with some speculating that Rice would replace Partey in the squad.
However, Arteta swiftly dispelled such notions, revealing that he sees the potential for both players to coexist and contribute to the team's success.
"Yeah. They can play together. That was in my plans," Arteta revealed. "If you want to improve the squad, you need players that can improve the squad and players that can play together."
Thomas Partey's immediate future with the club had initially been uncertain due to an injury that prevented him from joining the Arsenal squad for their preseason camp in the USA.
However, the Ghanaian deputy captain has now linked up with the team on Tuesday.