Thomas Partey will follow in the footsteps of Martin Keown and Kolo Toure when filling out a new jersey.
Thomas Partey likes No.5
Ghana’s international midfielder changes numbers for Arsenal, with the £ 45m midfielder trading at No.18 for No.5 at Emirates Stadium. Ghana International was a big addition to the money at Emirates Stadium during the 2020 summer transfer window. Big things were expected of him, but the individual struggles mirrored those experienced by the Gunners as a collective, and the hope that a happy jersey would bring a rise in fortune during the second season of English football.
Explaining his decision to move down the Arsenal roster, Thomas Partey told the club’s official website that he likes No.5 because it is one of the most important numbers in the team and is also a lucky number for him. According to Thomas Partey, this is the number he has worn for the past few years, so it is one of the best numbers for him.
Who owned Arsenal’s No.5?
Greece’s international defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos was the last person to complete Arsenal’s No.5 jersey. His contract was terminated in January by mutual agreement, allowing for a return home to Olympiacos. Gabriel Paulista also filled in number five for the Gunners, as did Thomas Vermaelen. Prior to that, two iconic figures who helped Arsenal to the Premier League glory title donned this jersey, with Martin Keown passing the baton to the Kolo Toure.
Thomas Partey’s record at Arsenal Niggling knocks prevented the former Atletico Madrid star from hitting a desired hit in north London. He is nonetheless a proven performer at the highest level and will be confident to turn up his game once without any injury issues. The 28-year-old has so far made 33 appearances for Arsenal in all competitions, registering three assists in anticipation of the first goal for the Premier League heavyweights.