Partey’s fitness to be assessed ahead of Benfica clash
The midfielder picked up a hamstring injury during the match against Aston Villa earlier this month and has missed the Gunners’ last three matches.
However, the Ghanaian
has
returned to full training since Monday and might be able to fly out to Athens with the team for the crucial Europa League match.
The
Arsenal’s
boss said on
Partey’s
injury return: "
Thomas is very close. He has got a final test today (Wednesday) in training and if he is feeling good, he will be available to play the match."
Arteta
also provided an injury update on
Rob Holding
in his pre-match conference. The defender suffered a head injury during their Premier League clash with
Manchester City
at the weekend.
"Regarding Rob, he is not available,"
said
Arteta
.
"He had a concussion.
"We used that [substitution]. He is completely fine, but obviously now we need to follow the protocols and he won’t be able to travel."
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