Arsenal: Thomas Partey tackles Aubameyang in training
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been left impressed at how quickly Thomas Partey has settled into life at Arsenal since joining on deadline day. The Gunners left it late in the summer transfer window to target a midfielder.
Houssem Aouar appeared to be their top choice after opening negotiations with Lyon.
Arsenal were unwilling to meet Lyon's demands though with Aouar announcing a few days before the deadline that he planned to stay.
The Gunners reacted by activating Partey's £45million release clause at Atletico Madrid on deadline day to give Mikel Arteta some much needed presence in midfield.
Partey was unable to meet up with his new team-mates straight away though as he flew out with Ghana on international duty.
"Thomas has been great since joining the club," said Aubameyang.
"He has integrated so well in the squad. He is kind, calm and smiley.
"On the pitch, we have seen already seen what he will bring us in matches.
"My family is from Gabon, but I also have some roots in Ghana where Thomas is from, so we are family, too!
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Thomas Partey was named man of the match against Rapid Vienna (Image: GETTY)