Arsenal, under manager Mikel Arteta, is on the lookout for a forward to bolster its attacking options after a disappointing home draw against Aston Villa. This draw has left them potentially nine points behind league leaders Liverpool, increasing the urgency for reinforcements. Criticism has surged for midfielder Thomas Partey, especially after his mistakes in recent matches that contributed to goals against Arsenal. Arteta has been forced to play him in unconventional roles, admitting a lack of options, sparking discussions about a possible replacement.
I had no choice, the Arsenal boss said of fielding Partey at right-back in his pre-match press conference before Arsenal return to Champions League action this week against Dinamo Zagreb.
Arteta has confirmed that the club is in the market for a forward, as he looks to claw back what could potentially be a nine-point gap between his side and league leaders Liverpool.
Against Villa at the weekend, Partey came under scrutiny for his role in the equalising goal, as he neglected his marking job and lost Ollie Watkins at the back post.
Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson said he was flabbergasted by the 31-year-old's lack of focus, though it isn't the first time that Partey has come under fire this season.
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