Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remains doubtful about Thomas Partey’s return from injury for the remainder of the season despite the positive update about the player’s recovery.
The Ghana international midfielder picked up a thigh injury against Crystal Palace earlier this month when they lost 2-0 at the Selhurst Park.
However, Arteta’s latest comments suggest that Partey could be ruled out of action for the rest of the season.
“Yes, the news that we got after a lot of assessments is not great. It’s not looking very positive for his availability this season, but we’ll have to wait and see because he’s trying to get back as quickly as possible, but at the moment we are not very optimistic about it.” Arteta said.
The 28-year-old has clearly been working hard in the gym, as he posted a video of him running on a treadmill, a boost for Arsenal fans, who will be hoping he can return to first-team action before the season concludes.
The Gunners are hopeful of sealing a Champions League spot at the end of the season as they are currently sitting at the 4th position on the premiership standings.
They have 60 points after 33 rounds with Tottenham, Manchester United and West Ham are all in sight for the fourth spot with five games remaining for the season to close.
