‘I don’t mind defending or attacking’ – Partey ready to play anywhere for Ghana

The 28-year-old’s best position in the national team has often divided opinions following a series of below-par performances in recent years.

However, the Arsenal midfielder was among the scorers as the Black Stars defeated Zimbabwe 3-1 in a FIFA World Cup qualifier last Saturday.

Partey was deployed in a midfield pivot alongside Andre Ayew in the first half before assuming a more advanced role when Baba Iddrisu came on in the second half.

Speaking about his position in the national team, the former Atletico Madrid star said he is ready to play anywhere.

“I think it is the decision of the coach and he knows where every player in the pitch can play," Partey said.

“We started with me playing behind because we have a lot of talent ahead who can score goals. The couch made a change for Baba to come in and I moved forward.

“Everywhere on the pitch where I can help in the national team, I am ready to sacrifice. I don’t mind defending, attacking.”

The Black Stars will face Zimbabwe in the return fixture on Tuesday afternoon in Harare as they looked to do a double over the Warriors.