Ghana international Thomas Partey is in danger of missing the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after being ruled out for the rest of the year.
Arsenal’s Thomas Partey Faces Extended Absence Following Thigh Injury Setback
In a concerning turn of events, Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has encountered another setback as he recently underwent a medical procedure for a thigh injury. This news comes after the Ghanaian international’s continued absence since returning from the October international break, where he represented the Black Stars in friendly matches against Mexico and the United States of America.
Having last played in Arsenal’s impressive 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the Premier League a month ago, Partey’s injury concerns have raised alarms among fans and the club. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had previously revealed that the 30-year-old was expected to be sidelined for “weeks,” emphasizing the growing concerns regarding Partey’s injury record.
Unfortunately, this latest report suggests that Partey is also at risk of missing the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), scheduled to take place in Ivory Coast in January 2024. Furthermore, the Arsenal midfielder has already been ruled out of Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Madagascar and Comoros later this month, as he was excluded from Chris Hughton’s 25-man squad for the two crucial matches.
The absence of Partey poses a significant blow to both Arsenal and Ghana. In terms of club commitments, the midfielder will be unavailable for several important league matches, including fixtures against Burnley, Brentford, Wolves, Luton Town, Aston Villa, and Liverpool, as well as crucial Champions League games against RC Lens and PSV.
As Partey continues his recovery process, Arsenal and Ghanaian football supporters alike will anxiously await his return. With hopes for a swift recovery, the focus now shifts towards finding suitable replacements for the talented midfielder during his absence, as both his club and national team navigate challenging fixtures without his presence on the pitch.
Source: myjoyonline.com
