Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey set for MRI scan after being substituted at half-time in FA Cup fourth-round defeat to Manchester City. Arsenal has been dealt a blow with the news that midfielder Thomas Partey is set for an MRI scan after being substituted at half-time in Friday night’s FA Cup fourth-round defeat to Manchester City.
Party was replaced by Albert Sambi Lokonga after 45 minutes of the match, with Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta confirming that the Ghanaian international was in “some discomfort .”
The 29-year-old has been an influential part of the Arsenal season, with his presence in the midfield proving to be a significant boost for the team. Any severe injury to Partey could accelerate Arsenal’s plans to bring in a new midfielder before the transfer window closes on Tuesday, with Mohamed Elneny currently out injured.
The Gunners have already had a £60m bid rejected for Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo, who has confirmed that he wants to leave the club. It is still unclear how the outcomes of Party’s scan will affect Arsenal’s transfer plans, with the club under pressure to strengthen their squad before the deadline.
In the meantime, Arsenal fans will be hoping that Party’s injury is not as severe as first feared, with the midfielder’s presence in the team being crucial to their success this season.