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‘Rest well Christian Atsu’: Thomas Partey dedicates his goal in Arsenal's thrilling 3-2 comeback win over Bournemouth to his former Ghana team-mate, after he tragically passed away in Turkey earthquakes last month

Thomas Partey has dedicated his goal during Arsenal's thrilling 3-2 come back win against Bournemouth to his former Ghana teammate Christian Atsu.

It was confirmed last month that Atsu had tragically passed away at the age of 31 following the devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and parts of northern Syria on February 6.

During his career, the former Newcastle winger represented Ghana 64 times, and played alongside Partey for the National team on several occasions.

The Arsenal midfielder today paid his respects to his former teammate today at the Emirates, where Mikel Arteta's side turned around a two goal deficit to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table to five points.