The coach for the Spanish club believes his midfielder will not be under pressure despite his off the field troubles when they face Tottenham in the Uefa Champions League on Tuesday
Villarreal coach Marcelino has lauded Thomas Partey mental toughness ahead of the Uefa Champions League game against Tottenham on Tuesday.
Partey is returning to London for the first time for a football game following his departure from Arsenal as he continues to battle rape and sexual assault charges.
“I am totally convinced that he is mentally prepared and technically prepared to play tomorrow night. For sure he will be ready. We are very happy Thomas is with us for his football capacity, football ability and his presence as a human,” he said during pre-match conference.
“He is a great player with a lot of experience. He has played for a lot of top clubs. We know he has a great level. I think he will get back to a top level. I am very happy he is with us in the team.”
Partey is still batting five counts of sexual charges and although, he has not been found guilty yet, reports suggest that some protesters have prepared to show placards in and outside the stadium to protest against him.
