Thomas Partey needed just over two games to make his mark on Arsenal. One of those who has most enjoyed his arrival is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who said in the club's media that he was impressed with the former Atletico player for his handling of the ball despite his imposing physique.
Players such as Thomas Partey are highly prized in modern football for their ability to combine physicality with technique. Arsenal ended up paying his cancellation clause to Atletico Madrid and in three appearances he is already making a tremendous impact on the Gunners.
One of the Arsenal players who have been delighted with Thomas' first few minutes is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The London-based star said he was delighted with the midfielder's qualities in the club's official media.
"He's very strong physically, but he's also so good on the ball That surprised me. He is going to be a very important player for the team. We really didn't have a profile like this in our team before," said Aubameyang.
"In terms of the progression of the ball, beating the rivals, moving forward, will be very important for us," added the Gabonese player about a Thomas who at Atletico has already shown his ability to get out from under the pressure of the opposition, not only physically, but also in terms of quality. His night against Liverpool is memorable.
"Thomas has been great since he joined the club. He has integrated very well into the team. He is friendly, calm and smiling. On the pitch, we have already seen what he will bring to the games. My family is from Gabon, but I also have some roots in Ghana, where Thomas is from, so we are family too," concluded Aubameyang.