Thomas Partey’s former Atletico Madrid teammate, Saul Niguez, simply describes the Ghanaian as incredible.
Partey spent five years at Los Colchoneros, where the superb Niguez often partnered or competed with him for a place in central midfield.
“I think he’s been very unlucky because of injuries, especially now that in the UK they are more confined like we were in Spain some months ago.
“It’s difficult because he started pre-season with us and then he left without finishing it. He tried to play every game, he got injured, then he tried to come back before the correct time.
“Everything has been a bit unfortunate, but I think next season will be a great season for him.
“I think having a coach like Arteta at Arsenal eased things a lot for him. He knows the language and it is a culture that suits him.
“As a player he’s incredible and if he manages to keep this consistency, he can be one of the best in the world honestly.
The Spanish international concluded to mention Partey’s best qualities, while also whispering what the 27-year-old Ghanaian should improve on.
“I have known him since we were 16 or 17 years old and I’ve always felt that he was going to be a very important player, but what he has lacked is the consistency, because he’s capable of doing everything.
“He scores from out of the box, he makes ground, steals, distributes, runs the game himself.
“But if he ever reads this (laughs) I would like to mention again that he should improve his consistency. It’s not enough just doing one good game and then not appearing in three or four,” Niguez concluded.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are preparing for Premier League action as Everton travel to North London to battle Mikel Arteta’s side on Friday night.
