What Mikel Arteta Said About Thomas Partey After His First Start For Arsenal

Mikel Arteta handed Thomas Partey his first start since he joined th Gunners. Recall that Partey joined the north London side for 45m pounds on deadline day transfer window from Atletico Madrid.

He started for Arsenal during their 2-1 win against Rapid Vienna away from home in their opening game in the Europa League.

Mikel Arteta has praised the box to box display as he controlled the midfield giving Arsenal solidity in thr middle of the park. 

Thomas Partey dazzling performance in the game earned the man of the match performance. 

Read what the coach said....