Arsenal’s Black Stars deputy captain, Thomas Partey, is on the brink of making a comeback as he resumes full training with the Gunners after being sidelined since October due to a muscle injury.
Partey, who missed Ghana’s squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) because of the injury, is now eyeing a return to action in Arsenal’s upcoming match against Nottingham Forest.
The Black Stars’ deputy skipper was seen actively participating in training alongside Arsenal’s first team during their camp in Dubai, signaling positive progress in his recovery.
This injury setback marked the first time Partey has missed an AFCON since his debut in 2016. The midfielder had consistently featured in three consecutive AFCON tournaments – 2017, 2019, and 2021.
The 2023 AFCON is scheduled to commence on January 13, 2023. However, Ghana will begin their Group B campaign against Cape Verde on Sunday, January 14, at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Baigny in Abidjan, with Partey unfortunately sitting out this edition due to his ongoing recovery process.