Brentford vs Arsenal – 3 things to look for

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND – AUGUST 20: Kieffer Moore of AFC Bournemouth battles for possession with Thomas Partey of Arsenal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on August 20, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

What will Arteta do with Thomas Partey

With the news that the Ghanian was back with the first team training earlier in the week, the break due to the Queen’s passing allowed the Gunners star to recover without losing games.

Exactly what his role against Brentford will be is unknown as we know how important he is to the Arsenal setup. But given his injury history, it will be interesting viewing to see how much game time, if any, he will see.

🚨Thomas Partey is back in full first-team training for Arsenal ahead of this weekend’s game against Brentford. pic.twitter.com/rDZCUBPOr7
— now.arsenal (@now_arsenaI) September 12, 2022

Given the seriously congested schedule facing the Gunners now after having two games postponed, Arsenal cannot afford to rush Partey back, only to have him break down at the most inopportune time.

He is so central to what Arsenal does and allows the team to dominate the midfield, but will he be risked?

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