According to the Daily Mail Thomas Partey recently stepped up his recovery as he neared his return to Arsenal for the first time.
Although he was initially expected to return in February reports suggest he could now resume on early January 30 when Arsenal take on Nottingham Forest.
The Gunners have lost their last three games and can use Partey attacking presence as a midfielder.
Partey was instrumental in Arsenal game to win the Premier League last season. In 2023/24 he was limited to five appearances due to various health issues.
The midfielder has been out of action since October last year but the Daily Mail understands his game is getting worse with his return.
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