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Thomas Partey, an Arsenal midfielder, has informed the national team that he will not be joining the Ghana squad for the upcoming international break.
The Ghanian star will Instead continue training at the Sobha Realty Centre as the Gunners prepare for the last 10 games of the season.
Partey has been on the injury table since last year and has faced many setbacks on his journey to recovery.
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The midfielder is looking to regain full fitness and help his team challenge for the Premier League and Champions League trophy.
Thomas Partey’s decision
According to reports from Fabrizio on X, “Thomas Partey, is not included in Ghana squad for the upcoming games as he asked to be excused from the game to gain full fitness following recent injuries.
“Arsenal appreciated that as they want Thomas to be 100% fit for the final two months of the season.”
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The Ghanaian FA also confirmed that Partey will not be joining the squad for their upcoming friendly games.
In a statement released on their official Twitter account, the Ghanaian FA stated, "Thomas Partey has asked to be excused from the game to gain full fitness following recent injuries."
Partey has been sidelined for most of the season due to muscle injuries, playing only 41 minutes since August. Despite his recent return to action, Arsenal has been cautious in managing his recovery.
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He opted to stay with Arsenal, joining other teammates who were not selected for international duty.
Ben White and Jurrien Timber are among those who will also be staying in north London over the next couple of weeks.
Partey is now preparing to be involved when Arsenal takes on Manchester City in a top-of-the-table clash at the end of this month.
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