England midfielder Declan Rice has disclosed that playing alongside Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey at Arsenal gives him the freedom to roam up and down during matches.The former West Ham United midfielder has been in impressive form for the Gunners this season.Rice, 26, has scored eight goals and provided 10 assists in all competitions for Arsenal this season, making him one of the top midfielders in Europe.According to him, this has been possible because he plays alongside Thomas Partey in Arsenals midfield.Speaking ahead of Arsenals UEFA Champions League semi-final second-leg encounter against Arsenal on Wednesday, Declan Rice bemoaned how Partey does not get enough recognition and applause.The best thing about playing with Thomas [Partey] is the calmness he brings to play with the team. Before I came to Arsenal, there was so much talk about how good he is. He doesnt always get the recognition he deserves. I am quite lucky Thomas is there and he lets me roam up and down, Rice said.Both Thomas Partey and Declan Rice are expected to start in midfield for Arsenal on Wednesday night when the team takes on PSG in their crucial UEFA Champions League semi-final second-leg game.
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