Video: Thomas Partey Spotted With Arsenal Physio in Ghana Ahead of Angola Clash

• Thomas Partey has arrived for Ghana's AFCON qualifier against Angola
• The Black Stars deputy captain has been spotted with Arsenal's physio
• Partey returned from injury recently and is in fine form for the Gunners

Thomas Partey travelled to Ghana with Arsenal's team physio, Simon Murphy, ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Angola.

The Arsenal star, who recently returned from injury, will be assisted by Murphy during training to ensure he follows the necessary routine in order to remain fit.

In a video shared on social media, Partey is seen in the company of Murphy as he arrived at the team camp in Accra.

He arrived in Ghana on Tuesday and travelled with the Black Stars to Kumasi as preparations continue for the double-header.

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The Black Stars will host Angola on Thursday at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium before leaving for Luanda for the second leg four days later.

The four-time African champions will be guaranteed qualification if they pick up the maximum points in the two matches.

Ghana currently sit at the top of Group E with four points, equal to Angola.

Partey is expected to play a key role during the qualifiers. The former Atletico Madrid star has been in fine form for the English Premier League leaders, Arsenal this season.

Chris Hughton explains Partey's role

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Chris Hughton addressing the role of Partey as a Black Stars player and an Arsenal midfielder.

The Gunners star has been criticised for not giving his best to the national team compared to his performances for his club.

However, Hughton insists Partey's roles at club and country differ slightly but does not take away his importance to the team.

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Ferdinand wanted Partey at United

Sports Brief also reported on former England defender, Rio Ferdinand confessing he wanted Partey to join Man United.

The 29-year-old ended up signing for Arsenal in 2020 and has become an important figure at the Emirates Stadium.

Partey's performances in the English Premier League have seen the Gunners top of the table with 12 games to go.