Former Blackburn Rovers midfielder turned Tv pundit Robbie Savage has urged Mikel Arteta to sign Atletico Madrid’s Thomas Partey in the next transfer window.

The Gunners are keen on landing the Ghanian international to shore up their defensive midfield ranks, as Mikel Arteta looks to restructure his ranks ahead of his first full season at the club.

William Saliba will return to the club from his loan spell with St. Etienne and is expected to become a key part of the first-team picture at the Emirates stadium.

A defensive partner for the young Frenchman is also being touted, with the prime target being Dayot Upamecano, Savage believes reinforcements in both defensive midfield and the backline are required.

“I think Arsenal defensively…will they go for a strong midfield player? I know Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid has been talked about, i think he would be a good signing”

However, there a number of uncertainities surrounding the next transfer window due to the economic situation following the coronavirus crisis.

Plans to resume the Premier League continue to be discussed but there are a number of obstacles to overcome in the coming weeks.