BREAKING NEWS CONFIRMED:“I will have to see that chemistry on the pitch, and those qualities, and the things we have to treat around to make sure they play to their strengths and make each other better. But I think that will be a very powerful midfield’-Mikel Arteta tips ‘powerful’ duo to drive engine room after seven months

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his enthusiasm for the potential midfield partnership between Declan Rice and Thomas Partey, envisioning a formidable midfield duo. Although they previously played together in Arsenal’s Community Shield victory over Manchester City in August, Partey was subsequently sidelined with injury, limiting their time together. However, with Partey now recovered and set to feature in Arsenal’s upcoming match against Sheffield United, Arteta anticipates their reunion.

Rice, who joined Arsenal from West Ham for £105 million in the summer, has impressed since his arrival. Arteta believes that pairing him with Partey could elevate Rice’s performance even further. Arteta emphasized the importance of developing chemistry between the two players and maximizing their individual strengths to enhance each other’s contributions on the pitch.

Reflecting on the absence of Partey during the season, Arteta underscored the impact the Ghanaian midfielder can have in the remaining matches. As Arsenal aims for their seventh consecutive Premier League victory against Sheffield United, Arteta acknowledges the pressure to maintain their winning streak, especially with title rivals Liverpool and Manchester City securing wins.

Arteta remains uncertain about the points tally required to win the league this season but acknowledges the demanding nature of the competition. He suggests that achieving anything below 90 points would be challenging, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of the league and the need for consistency in performance throughout the season.