Thomas Partey returned to the Arsenal side for their 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday, December 22, 2024.<\/p>\n The Ghanaian midfielder was rested in Arsenal\u2019s 3-2 victory over Palace in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.<\/p>\n In Saturday\u2019s game, Partey was named in the starting eleven alongside Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz in midfield.<\/p>\n Thomas Partey was integral in the big win for Arsenal, setting up Gabriel Jesus\u2019 second goal of the game.<\/p>\n Despite starting the game in midfield, Partey ended the game at right back after Mikel Arteta opted to substitute Jurrien Timber.<\/p>\n In the ninety minutes played, Thomas Partey completed 91% of his passes and created one chance, which was his assist for Arsenal\u2019s second goal.<\/p>\n He completed one of his three attempted dribbles and successfully completed three out of four long balls.<\/p>\n He made three crucial interceptions to keep the team ticking and made six recoveries, which kept Arsenal in the game.<\/p>\n Despite his impressive performances for Arsenal, Partey has constantly been linked with a move away from the club.<\/p>\n Reports indicate that Arsenal are unwilling to meet Partey\u2019s contract demands and will not renew his contract, which expires in the summer.<\/p>\n Arsenal’s five goals were scored by Gabriel Jesus (2), Gabriel Martinelli, Declan Rice and Kai Havertz. <\/p>\n Watch the highlights below:<\/b><\/p>\n Thomas Partey vs Crystal Palace (A)pic.twitter.com\/lD6f9zzPJI<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 AFC_Adi (@AFC_Adi06) December 22, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n![\"Arsenal](\"https:\/\/cdn.ghanaweb.com\/imagelib\/pics\/325\/32549767.295.jpg\" "\\"Arsenal")
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n