Arsenal is preparing for one of the biggest nights of its season as they travel to Santiago Bernabéu for the second half of the quarter of the Champions League against Real Madrid.
With a 3-0 lead from the first stage to the courtesy of the Emirates Twice Magical Free of Declan RiceGunners are in a strong position, but they know better than underestimate the European pedigree of Los Blancos.
However, in the midst of the accumulation, worries have emerged on the physical form of the key midfielder Thomas Partey, who left during the recent draw of Arsenal 1-1 with Brentford.
Party had put in solid performance, scoring the team’s only goal with a compound ending after a quick counterattack started by David Raya and carried by Declan Rice.
Its replacement shortly after finding the high alarm bells, especially with such crucial equipment in a few days.
Charles Watts: The absence of Thomas Partey would be a “important blow” to the arsenal
According to Arsenal expert Charles Watts, that although there is not too much concern if the injury will affect him by playing against Madrid, his absence will be a “important blow” to the artillers.
Talking to his YouTube channelWatts said:
“In my understanding, and they are very, very early, it is initially caution and there is not too much concern because it will affect him playing against Real Madrid in the middle week.
“Thomas Partey would start definitively against Real Madrid if he were in shape, so if he were out, it would be an important and important blow to Arsenal, the way he played in the first leg.
“But yes, my understanding and a very initial prognosis of why Thomas Partey turned away is that he felt something a bit worrying and did not want to risk.”
Partey’s potential absence would be an important blow for Mikel Arteta. The 31 -year -old was essential in the first dominant arsenal performance against Real Madrid. In this game, he completed 94% of his passes (61/65), contributed a combined XG+XA of 0.56, and was a constant defensive presence with six recoveries, four duels gained and four defensive actions. ((PhotoThat)
He continued this with another impressive exhibition against Brentford. Its control in the midfield and the ability to link the game has been crucial in the European race of Arsenal.
However Clubs show interest in signing the Ghanase midfielder.
With the Gunners In order to make history in the Champions League, Partey’s availability could be the difference between progression and disappointment.
Arsenal fans will wait for time to have time to anchor the midfield in Madrid.
