Troy Deeney’s Premier League Team of the Week: Thomas Partey shines again

BBC football pundit Troy Deeney has named Arsenal’s Thomas Partey in his Team of the Week for yet another outstanding performance.

Partey’s versatility has become a cornerstone of Arsenal’s tactical flexibility, and Deeney believes the Ghanaian’s reliability was instrumental in Arsenal’s crucial victory over Crystal Palace.

“He is becoming Arsenal's Mr. Reliable,” Deeney said. “Put him at centre-half, right-back, or holding midfielder—it doesn’t matter. He just gets the job done quietly but effectively.”

Partey’s ability to seamlessly adapt to different roles has been a vital asset for Mikel Arteta, especially in an injury-plagued campaign.

Against Palace, he marshalled the midfield with precision, broke up play effectively, and provided a composed presence when pushed into defensive duties.

His quiet efficiency allowed Arsenal to dictate the game, securing a pivotal win in their Premier League campaign.

Partey’s inclusion in Deeney’s lineup highlights his growing reputation as one of the most dependable players in the league.

His performance, coupled with the contributions of Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, as well as Bournemouth’s Kepa Arrizabalaga, underscores a week of exceptional individual displays.

With Partey in such fine form, Arsenal’s ambitions for the season remain firmly on track.