Villarreal signed Partey on a free switch following his launch by Arsenal, regardless of strain from supporters to not.

Greater than 1,000 supporters have signed a petition arrange by on-line content material hub Villarreal Report back to protest Partey’s signing.

Partey made his debut on the opening weekend of the La Liga season at dwelling to Actual Oviedo on 15 August and every contact throughout his 15-minute cameo was met with whistling from the house crowd.

He has since made two additional substitute appearances, earlier than making his first begin of the season in opposition to one other former membership – Atletico Madrid – on the weekend. And he’s now set to characteristic in opposition to Tottenham.

“I’m completely satisfied that he’s mentally ready and technically ready to play tomorrow,” stated Villarreal head coach Marcelino on Monday.

“For certain he might be prepared. We’re very comfortable Thomas is with us for his soccer capability, soccer capacity and his presence as a human.”

“He is a good participant with numerous expertise. He has performed for lots of high golf equipment. We all know he has an important stage.”

When Marcelino was requested if he had spoken to Partey in regards to the hostility he may face from Tottenham followers, the Spaniard stated he was specializing in the soccer.

“We’re deciphering stuff about and speaking a few participant that may very well be completely harmless,” stated Marcelino.

“We’re taking part in a recreation of soccer tomorrow the place the essential factor is soccer.

“That is the place soccer was invented in spite of everything. Do you perceive me? Thanks.”

Partey performed 167 occasions for Arsenal after becoming a member of in 2020, scoring 9 objectives.