Former England star John Barnes is surprised by Arsenal's decision to sell Thomas Partey.

The Ghana midfielder is in talks with Juventus this week.

Barnes told Futfanatico: "Arsenal potentially selling Thomas Partey would surprise me because I think he's their best defensive midfield player. Is it a personality thing with Partey?

"Partey has done really well for Arsenal but it could be similar to [Joao] Cancelo with Manchester City and Pep [Guardiola]. We don't know the ins and outs of it but I am surprised because he's a strong defensive midfielder.

"Declan Rice could be coming in so they may decide Rice is the best option going forward."