Paul Merson has voiced concerns about Arsenal’s mentality following their 2-2 draw against Aston Villa, a result that could further hinder their Premier League title ambitions.

Arsenal legend, Paul Merson labelled Thomas Partey as ‘atrocious’ for his part in Aston Villa’s equaliser during their Premier League 2-2 draw with the Gunners on Saturday. According to Merson, Partey’s defending was not good enough.

Liverpool are six points clear at the top of the Premier League with a game in hand over Arsenal after a dramatic weekend in the title race

What a day of football for Liverpool Football Club and one of their closest rivals in the 2024/25 Premier League title race. When all hope looked lost and the Reds appeared consigned to a third straight draw in the English top-flight in 2025,

Paul Merson branded Thomas Partey as ‘atrocious’ for his part in Aston Villa’s equaliser during their 2-2 draw with Arsenal on Saturday night. Mikel Arteta’s side appeared to be on course to secure back-to-back wins as goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz put the Gunners two in front.

Arsenal legend Paul Merson has heavily criticised Ghanaian international Thomas Partey following the Gunners’ 2-2 draw against Aston Villa on Saturday night.

Paul Merson has reacted to Liverpool's title aspirations following key results for both Arsenal and Arne Slot's side in the latest round of Premier League fixtures

Reaction to Arsenal 2-2 Aston Villa as Paul Merson believes the result will have a major say in the Premier League title battle against Liverpool