Arsenal legend explains how Partey has improved the team

The Ghanian midfielder delivered another solid display in the victory over Tottenham, leaving Gilberto to sing his praises.

Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva believes Thomas Partey is a perfect fit for the club and makes his teammates, especially Granit Xhaka, look better.

Because of a series of injury problems, Partey has struggled to make a significant impact this season. The former Atletico Madrid man, however, has proved his money’s worth when fit. He even had the measure of Tanguy Ndombele in Arsenal’s 2-1 derby win over Tottenham on Sunday in an assured display.

Thomas Partey wasn't even at his best and still ran rings around Ndombele.

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Now Gilberto, who starred in the Gunners midfield between 2002 and 2008, has given a positive verdict on Partey.

“He’s a good player,” the former Brazilian star told Astro SuperSport on Partey.

“He’s the type of player Arsenal were missing, I’ve spoken a couple of times about it. They have good players in the [central midfield] position but not to sit and give Arsenal the stability they have.

“Look at the game [against Spurs] it was great to see how he managed his game, how he managed that position, helping [teammates].

“You know what is very important about this particular position? This is a very particular position because not every time you get the credit you deserve.

“That’s okay, it’s fine, because you have to understand that. But this guy, when he understands the position like Partey, look at his game. He made the others a lot better.

“He makes Xhaka look better in the game. He made the defenders look a lot better and comfortable when the ball was against them.

“I think the way he manages games, the way he positions himself, is very important for Arsenal. He is the kind of player Arsenal have needed for quite a long time in my opinion.”