EPL: Zinchenko names best defensive midfielder in Premier League

<p>Arsenal defender, Oleksandr Zinchenko has named Thomas Partey as the best defensive midfielder in the Premier League.</p>, <p>He said the Ghanaian is the most underrated player in the top flight of English football.</p>, <p>Partey was key as Arsenal attempted to win the Premier League title last season.</p>, <p>Surprisingly, Arteta has opted to play the Ghana international at right-back this season, following the arrival of Declan Rice in the summer.</p>, <p>Zinchenko rates his Arsenal teammate above the likes of Casemiro of Manchester United and Rodri of Manchester City.</p>, <p>Zinchenko was speaking with former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand on Vibe With Five when he was asked who he thinks is the most underrated player in the league.</p>, <p>“Underrated… I think Thomas Partey,” he said.</p>, <p>“Listen, I don’t want to say something bad, he Casemiro absolutely a world-class player as well, five Champions Leagues. But for me, if you wanted me to choose one, it would be Partey.</p>, <p>“I had the debate in my head, who is the best holding midfielder I have ever played with. It was between Fernandinho, Rodri and Partey.</p>, <p>“Rio, please come and see him Partey in a training session. He has everything.”</p>