Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed a timeline for when to expect midfielder Thomas Partey to return to action after his recent injury setback.

The Ghana international has been dealing with a groin injury he sustained during a training session a few weeks ago and has been sidelined since then, leaving Arsenal fans concerned about his absence from the team.

However, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided an update on Partey’s fitness, stating that he is still a few weeks away from returning to action. According to Arteta, Partey is making progress in his recovery from the muscle injury but needs more time before he can make a comeback.

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“He’s still a few weeks away. He’s got a muscle injury and he’s progressing well but he’s still a few weeks away.” Arteta told Arsenal media ahead of their away fixture against Everton on Sunday.

Arteta will be hoping for a swift recovery for Partey as Arsenal look to climb up the Premier League table and compete for the Premier League title. The Gunners have endured a decent season so far and need all their key players fit and firing if they are to compete for all trophies.

In the meantime, Arteta will have to rely on other midfield options such as Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, and Jorginho to fill the void left by Partey’s absence. These players will need to step up their game and provide stability in midfield until Partey returns.