Arsenal have strengthened adequately this summer after signing Willian and Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes, but as news broke regarding the stalled talks for Lyon captain Houssem Aouar – pitchforks were out. It looked like midfield would be neglected again. But with just hours left before the transfer deadline, the Gunners returned for long-standing target Thomas Partey and deposited his full release clause to LaLiga HQ. But who is the Ghanaian, what will he bring to Arsenal and why is he costing the best part of 50 million? Phil Costa reports (@_PhilCosta) After growing up in Odumase Krobo, Partey moved to Ashaiman with his father Jacob – who was also a football coach – aged 10...
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