Arsenal is considering a midfield overhaul in January, targeting Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz as a key option, especially with uncertainties surrounding Thomas Partey’s future, according to sources from ESPN.
Despite having had three bids for Luiz rejected in September 2022, totaling around £25 million, and the player signing a contract extension until 2026, Arsenal’s interest persists.
Luiz has been a crucial part of Aston Villa’s strong season, starting all 13 Premier League games.
However, any potential move for Luiz in the midst of Villa’s promising campaign would likely require a significantly improved offer from Arsenal.
The club, with limited funds after a substantial summer spending of over £200 million, structured the deal for goalkeeper David Raya to comply with financial rules.
To finance new signings, Arsenal may consider the departure of Thomas Partey, who has struggled with ongoing injury issues and started only three league games this season.
The 30-year-old midfielder, Thomas Partey, is facing a sidelined period until the New Year due to a hamstring issue and is expected to join Ghana for the Africa Cup of Nations from Jan. 13 to Feb. 11.
Recent reports suggest Juventus is monitoring Partey, and sources from ESPN indicate that Arsenal had considered letting the midfielder leave during the summer, but no suitable offer materialised, despite earlier interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia.
While Arsenal is open to retaining Partey, it remains uncertain if another club will formalise their interest. Partey’s potential departure could provide Arsenal with more financial flexibility to pursue Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz.
However,Mikel Arteta might prioritise other areas, with ongoing interest in Brentford striker Ivan Toney and Wolves winger Pedro Neto.
Arsenal’s midfield powerhouse, Thomas Partey, has become a growing source of concern for the club, with reports from England suggesting that his absence might stretch into the year’s end.
The situation took a worrisome turn following recent statements from Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, confirming that Partey would be out of action for “weeks” due to a groin injury suffered in September, further complicated by a subsequent muscle injury.
The repercussions of Partey’s prolonged absence extend beyond the confines of the Emirates Stadium, as his home nation, Ghana, closely monitors the situation.
His unavailability could potentially affect Ghana’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Comoros and Madagascar later this month.
The impact of Partey’s absence in Arsenal’s lineup has already been deeply felt this season, with the midfielder missing a total of nine games.
His recurring injuries have cast a shadow over his influence within the team, a regrettable turn of events considering the high expectations that accompanied his 2020 transfer from Atletico Madrid for a substantial fee of 50 million euros.
Unfortunately, Partey is currently more renowned for his frequent injuries than his on-field prowess, despite shining moments in the previous season when he played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s pursuit of the Premier League title.
Both Arsenal and Partey’s supporters are eagerly awaiting his return and hoping for a sustained period offitness and stellar performances in the future.
Arsenal, an English Premier League club, remains committed to keeping Ghana international Thomas Partey on their roster despite his recurring injury woes.
Since his transfer from Atletico Madrid to the Gunners, Thomas Partey has been plagued by a series of injuries, resulting in his absence from multiple games each season.
Just last month, Arsenal faced another setback when the midfielder sustained yet another injury during training.
Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that it was a muscle injury.
Subsequently, Thomas Partey has missed four matches for Arsenal, with his absence expected to continue into the next game before the November international break.
Despite the concerns raised by his numerous injuries, reports suggest that the club still values Thomas Partey as a pivotal player. Consequently, there are no plans to consider his sale during the upcoming January transfer window.
In the meantime, Thomas Partey will be unable to represent the Black Stars of Ghana in the initial round of qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Information from other sources also suggests that there is a possibility that he may not make a return to the field until the following year.
Prominent Ghanaian sports journalist Saddick Adams has expressed his frustration with some residents of Somanya for what he sees as an unwarranted sense of entitlement regarding their expectations from Arsenal andGhanaian football star Thomas Partey.
Saddick Adams has criticised some members of the community, referring to them as ungrateful, and has accused them of not properly acknowledging the contributions Thomas Partey has made to their community.
The source of Saddick Adams’ anger stems from a video in which several residents expressed their discontent with the development projects initiated by Partey in the community.
This video was taken during a community football tournament organized by the Thomas Partey Foundation.
In the video, some residents can be seen confronting Thomas Partey’s father, expressing dissatisfaction with the contributions of his son to the community. These residents demanded more from Partey and attempted to downplay his fame and wealth.
In response, Thomas Partey’s father engaged with the residents and reprimanded them for not appreciating his son’s contributions. He emphasised that Partey would continue to do what he believed was best for himself, his family, and the community.
Saddick Adams, in his reaction to the video on his show, questioned why the community’s residents were directing their demands towards Partey rather than their elected representatives.
He argued that the residents should be seekingsupport and developmentfrom their elected officials, who are responsible for the progress of the community.
While Saddick Adams acknowledged that it would be commendable for Ghanaian football stars to invest significantly in their communities and undertake impactful projects, he emphasised that such initiatives should not be forced upon them.
Instead, he encouraged the community members to focus their efforts on holding their elected representatives accountable, as they are entrusted with the responsibility of community development.
“You are not happy with Partey organising a football gala in the community; do you pay your taxes to him? Do you pay e-levy to him? What did you do for him while he was growing up? Give him time to do what he has planned to do for the community.
“Give him time because you don’t make such demands from your governments. The fact that they make money doesn’t mean all is rosy.
“Someone could be making a lot of money but be using half of that amount to settle health-related issues. Don’t sit somewhere and calculate someone’s wealth,” he questioned.
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has announced that Thomas Partey will be sidelined for “several weeks” due to a muscle injury sustained on Monday, October 23.
After a 30-day absence caused by a groin injury, Partey returned to action, playing 16 minutes in Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Manchester City. He subsequently participated in both of Ghana’s international matches against the USA and Mexico during the break, and he was listed as an unused substitute in Arsenal’s 2-2 draw against Chelsea.
The 30-year-old was expected to start in Arsenal’s Champions League match against Sevilla but sustained the injury on the eve of the game.
Speaking in anticipation of Arsenal’s 5-0 victory over Sheffield United on Saturday, Arteta confirmed that Partey would be unavailable for several weeks.
“He’s got a muscle injury and we are expecting him to be out for a few weeks,” said Arteta.
“We don’t really know the extent of it and he has more tests today but he picked up that injury in a training session with the last kick of the ball before Sevilla, so very unfortunate,” he added.
Thomas Partey has featured in four games for Arsenal this season.
Arsenal’s head coach, Mikel Arteta, has officially announced that Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey will be sidelined for several weeks due to a muscle injury he suffered.
During Arsenal’s commendable 2-1 victory against Sevilla in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, October 24 in Spain, the Black Stars’ deputy captain was notably absent from the squad.
This season, the defensive midfielder has participated in just five matches.
Fortunately, with the arrival of English midfielder Declan Rice, Arsenal has been able to secure some wins, a departure from previous seasons.
According to Arteta, he said, “He has got a muscle injury. We expect him to be out for a few weeks. He has more tests today. He picked it up in the last training session, the last kick on the ball before Sevilla”, according to Daily Telegraph reporter Sam Dean.
Partey made a return from a previous injury to contribute to Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Manchester City just before the international break.
While on international duty with the Ghana national team, he played a role in their 2-0 and 4-0 losses to Mexico and the United States in October.
However, concerns about Partey’s injuries have left many football fans uncertain about his future with the club. Fans have called on Arteta to sell him and find a suitable replacement to fill his position.
Ghanaian lawyer and businessman, Gabby Otchere-Darko, along with Arsenal fans, extended their congratulations to Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey after he and his partner, Janine Mackson, unveiled the gender of their forthcoming baby.
Thomas Partey and Janine Mackson made this joyous revelation during a brief ceremony with close family and friends.
They shared a video of this special moment on their social media accounts, triggering an outpouring of well-wishes from fans and acquaintances, including Gabby Otchere-Darko, a close friend of Partey, who retweeted the video with the message: “Congrats to @Thomaspartey22 and Janine! Wishing for you a lovely, healthy, and happy family life together!”
Numerous Arsenal fans also joined in to celebrate the occasion, expressing their delight for the impending addition to the Partey family and sending their best wishes to the couple.
Although Thomas Partey and Janine have maintained a degree of privacy regarding their relationship, they have shared a few photos of their time together on social media, reflecting their happiness.
Janine Mackson, the girlfriend of Black Stars player Thomas Partey, is anticipating the arrival of a baby girl, as revealed in a widely circulated video from her baby shower.
In the video, Partey, her boyfriend, kicks a ball that emits pink smoke, signifying the gender of their forthcoming child.
Before this, Mackson had shared her pregnancy photos on Instagram, celebrating what she termed a “fresh start.”
The images showcased her baby bump and a delighted Thomas Partey, who is on the brink of fatherhood.
'@Thomaspartey22 and his girlfriend reveal the gender of their baby…
Thomas Partey and Arsenal physiotherapist Simon Murphy have traveled to Ghana’s training facility in America as the Black Stars get ready for friendlies against Mexico and the USA.
On Thursday, Murphy was seen in training alongside Ghana’s in-house medical staff and Dr. Prince Pambo, the Black Stars’ team doctor.
His presence is believed to be associated with monitoring Thomas Partey, who has recently recovered from a groin injury.
Partey had been sidelined for six weeks between late August and early October, and he made his comeback as a substitute in Arsenal’s 1-0 victory against Manchester City the previous Sunday.
This isn’t the first time that Murphy has accompanied Partey to the Ghana camp for international duty. In March 2022, the Arsenal physiotherapist also joined the midfielder for the World Cup playoffs against Nigeria.
In the upcoming fixtures, Partey will take on the role of captain for Ghana, filling in for Andre Ayew.
The Black Stars will face Mexico at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, October 14, and then take on the USA on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Mackson, a beautiful lady with a rich melanin complexion, brownish curly hair, and an impressive physique, has received accolades for her stunning appearance.
She is a model based in the UK and has graced several runways and worked with various brands.
Her Instagram profile prominently showcases her affinity for swimsuits and beach settings, evident in her captivating photos and videos.
Janine Mackson recently revealed her pregnancy through breathtaking photos shared on Instagram, announcing that she and Thomas Partey are expecting their first child.
The images showcased her baby bump and a joyful Thomas Partey, who is eagerly anticipating fatherhood.
In response to the announcement, Partey simply wrote ‘God did’ under his girlfriend’s post. Their relationship had been kept private until this pregnancy revelation.
As per Mackson’s post, they are embracing this moment as a ‘new beginning.
Agbonlahor emphasises that Arsenal should make the tough decision of parting ways with the 30-year-old player due to several factors.
He points to Partey’s injury record, which, in his assessment, has led to him missing nearly half of Arsenal’s games since he joined the team.
Additionally, Agbonlahor highlights Partey’s age as another factor that should prompt Arsenal to consider his departure.
Speaking on TalkSport Radio, Agbonlahor suggests that Arsenal could be making a decision that holds long-term benefits for the club if they opt to sell Thomas Partey.
“I would let Partey go. In some games, he’s poor; in others, he’s very good; and in some games, he’s injured. When you sit down and work it out, is he giving you more than 50% of a season of his best football?
“If I were Arsenal, I’d sell him if the money’s right. I think they were trying during the summer.
“I would look at a long-term replacement because, as much as he’s a good player, the injuries will just get worse the older he gets.”
Thomas Partey, the Ghanaian midfielder, has been sidelined for an extended period due to a knee injury he suffered in early September.
This injury has resulted in Partey’s absence from key matches against teams like Fulham, Manchester United, Everton, PSV, and Tottenham Hotspur.
During his absence, Arsenal has managed to secure three victories and two draws in their last five games. New acquisition Declan Rice has taken up the solitary defensive midfield role effectively.
Unfortunately, Rice sustained an injury during the recent draw against the Spurs, and the severity of the injury is yet to be determined. This further compounds Arsenal’s injury woes, bringing the total to five sidelined players.
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey will be absent from Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, September 24, 2023.
Partey has been sidelined due to an injury that occurred during Arsenal’s 2-2 draw against Fulham in the Premier League on August 25, 2023.
The 30-year-old has been diagnosed with a groin injury, and there is currently no specific timeline for his return to action.
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta, speaking ahead of the Sunday fixture at the Emirates Stadium against Tottenham, confirmed that Partey has not yet fully recovered and will miss the game.
He told the press ahead of the game at the Emirates: “We are still assessing him (Gabriel Martinelli), so let’s see if he can make the game or not.Thomas [Partey] for sure is out and the rest are hopefully available.”
Tottenham haven’t won at the Emirates since 2010 in the league but the Lilywhites have had a bright start to the campaign, sitting second in the league table with the same points as Arsenal, who sustained a league challenge last season.
Thomas Partey was a headline-grabbing player in the game last season, scoring a splendid goal that set Arsenal on the path to victory.
Unlike the previous season, where his absence cost the Gunners, the arrival of English midfielder Declan Rice has eased the burden.
Rice’s impressive life at Arsenal has been marked by incredible displays that have excited the crowd at the Emirates Stadium.
It is expected that Partey will be fit for Arsenal’s next Premier League match.
Last month, the Ghanaian international suffered a groin injury just before the international break, causing him to miss Arsenal’s 3-1 Premier League victory over Manchester United and Ghana’s matches against the Central African Republic (CAR) and Liberia.
Despite his absence, Ghana secured a spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), to be held in Ivory Coast next year, with a 2-1 win over CAR at the Baba Yara Stadium.
In an international friendly, Ghana also triumphed 3-1 at the Accra Sports Stadium under the guidance of Chris Hughton.
Partey remains optimistic about returning to play in October, but Arsenal will closely monitor his progress and won’t rush his comeback.
Pogba’s injury troubles have limited his club football appearances this season to just 52 minutes, and he now faces the possibility of a four-year ban if it is determined that he intentionally used the banned substance.
Initially, he is suspended for two years, which could lead to the termination of his contract with Juventus.
According to reports from La Repubblica, Juventus is already exploring potential replacements for Pogba.
Arsenal’s midfielder, Thomas Partey, has long been on their radar, and they inquired about his availability during the summer.
Although Arsenal is hesitant to sell, given the presence of Declan Rice in their squad for the holding midfield role, their stance might change if the right offer is presented.
Partey, a Ghanaian international, is currently recovering from a hamstring injury but has already made appearances in three Premier League games forArsenal in the 2023–24 season.
After her relationship with Black Stars-Arsenal player Thomas Partey ended in 2022, Gifty Boakye has formally revealed another footballer as her lover.
The model shared excerpts of her fun times with her new partner, Yaw Yeboah, in a post on Instagram that has since been deleted.
In some scenes of the video, she can be seen encouraging him as he competes for his team, Columbus Crew, at the stadium.
She was also seen wearing a customised yellow Columbus Crew jersey with a large ink mark of his name on the back.
Prior to the game, they were also seen kissing and spending some quiet time together.
Since then, netizens have posted numerous comments on the aforementioned video.
In 2022, news of Gifty’s breakup with the Arsenal star after several years of dating spread quickly.
It was previously reported by sources that Thomas Partey smuggled her into the Black Stars camp during the 2019 AFCON in Egypt.
Such assertions were refuted by Gifty Boakye in an exclusive interview with GhanaWeb.
“Thomas and I’s relationship was very public and against my wishes. It all started during the AFCON scandal which was worse. It was a rumuor because I don’t have time to sneak or be smuggled into any camp or I will ever do for anyone.
“I was invited there and everyone knew I was there and it was his birthday. So some journalist took matters in his hands to write those rumuors about me when I was there in Dubai and in Egypt at the actual game. But those were rumuors we put to end after we came to Ghana,” she said.
The 30-year-old injured himself during training on Thursday and the Ghanaian FA released a statement on Saturday saying that he won’t be able to participate in the upcoming international break.
As expected, Partey was not playing for Arsenal when they won against Manchester United on Sunday because he had hurt his groin. The club confirmed this.
The club and manager Mikel Arteta have not given a specific time for his return.
“I have no idea,” Arteta replied when asked about his midfielder. Unfortunately, he got hurt while training and it doesn’t look good. We need to run more tests, and we think he will have to stay out for weeks.
‘We believe it’s a groin, but it could also be something in the middle. ‘
According to the Mail, Arsenal’s medical team think that Partey will be out for at least six weeks. The club will probably be careful in bringing him back because of his past injuries.
He will not be able to play in some important Premier League games against Arsenal, Tottenham, Bournemouth, and Manchester City. However, he might recover and be able to play against Chelsea on 21 October.
Partey would not be able to play in the Champions League matches against PSV Eindhoven and Lens, as well as the EFL Cup third round game against Brentford.
The player from Ghana played in the first three matches for Arsenal this season, but in a different position as a right-back. Arteta had to make some changes to his system on Sunday because someone was not available. Ben White started in a different position, on the right, and Gabriel Magalhaes came back to the team to play alongside William Saliba in the center-back position.
On Sunday afternoon, the Gunners were trailing after Marcus Rashford scored first, but a minute later, Martin Odegaard scored a goal to tie the score.
Alejandro Garnacho’s goal was disallowed because he was offside when he scored on the 87th minute. Declan Rice scored a goal five minutes into extra time, which gave the home team an exciting lead.
Gabriel Jesus scored another goal as Arsenal secured a big victory before the international break.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta anticipates that Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey will be sidelined for a “couple of weeks” due to a groin injury he sustained during training.
Arteta, however, expressed concern about the severity of the injury.
As a result of this injury, the 30-year-old was unable to participate in Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
Additionally, he is expected to miss Ghana’s crucial final 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against the Central African Republic.
Although Thomas Partey was present in Arsenal’s recent training images, reports from England suggested that he could be sidelined for several months.
However, speaking before Arsenal’s match against Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium, Arteta clarified that the midfielder would likely need only a few weeks to recover.
“It doesn’t look good. We need a few more tests but he felt something in training and I think he will be out for a couple of weeks.
“He had the capacity to play in various positions and today was a game for him to play in a different position but he is not available.”
On Thursday, September 7, 2023, Ghana is set to host the Central African Republic in their ultimate Group E match at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Chris Hughton’s squad currently topsGroup E with nine points, holding a one-point lead over Angola and a two-point advantage over the Central African Republic. Madagascar occupies the bottom spot in the group with two points.
The Black Stars require just one point from this match to secure their qualification for the tournament scheduled to take place in Ivory Coast next January.
Contrary to earlier reports suggesting a three-month absence, it now appears that Thomas Partey’s injury might keep him out for just six weeks, with Arsenal expecting him to return after the October international break.
The Ghanaian midfielder suffered an upper leg muscular issue during training, prompting further tests that revealed groin damage.
Initial speculation indicated a potential three-month recovery period, but new information from England, as reported by the Mail Sports on September 4, 2023, suggests that Partey could be back in action after six weeks.
Thomas Partey had been a starter in Arsenal’s first three matches of the 2023/2024 season but missed their 3-1 victory over Manchester United.
In his absence, Declan Rice performed exceptionally well, earning the Man of the Match award and scoring a goal.
The match saw a familiar scenario reminiscent of the 2022/2023 season, with Marcus Rashford scoring for United in a splendid counter-attack.
Arsenal quickly responded, as Martin Odegaard netted a goal after an assist from Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli.
The real drama unfolded during eight minutes of injury time when Declan Rice scored from close range after a failed corner clearance.
Gabriel Jesus sealed the victory with his first goal of the season, capitalising on a break as United pushed forward in search of an equaliser.
Meanwhile, Thomas Partey’s legal representative, Gabby Otchere-Darko, tweeted on September 4, 2023, that Partey is in recovery and will soon return to the field.
Recent comments from Arsenal defenderOleksandr Zinchenko about Thomas Partey’s exceptional abilities have reignited the discussion about the Premier League’s top holding midfielder.
Zinchenko shared his perspective on the “Vibe with Five” podcast hosted by Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand, stating that Partey is the most underappreciated player in the Premier League.
“I think Thomas Partey,” he said when asked who is the most underrated player in the league.
His answer triggered a question from Ferdinand, who asked whether Partey is better than Manchester United midfielder Casemiro.
“He’s absolutely world-class as well, Casemiro; he’s won five Champions Leagues but for me, if you want me to choose one, it’s Thomas Partey.”
The Ukrainian further chose Partey over his former Manchester City teammates Rodri and Fernandinho as the best holding midfielder he has played with
“I have a debate in my head: Who is actually the best holding midfielder I ever played with? The debate was between Fernandinho, Thomas Partey, and Rodri, but Thomas Partey, I don’t know, but it is.”
While answering a follow-up question on who is better between Rodri and Partey, Zinchenko said Partey has everything, while Rodri is a perfect fit for Manchester City’s system.
“He (Thomas Parety) has everything. Rodri is absolutely fit so well for the City’s system. If you take him out, it’s a different City. He is like the main detail there because for me at City, it is the hardest position to play.
“It’s the hardest and Rodri suits it so well. Yes, honestly.”
The debate over the finest holding midfielder in the league, involving Partey, Casemiro, and Rodri, seems to be an ongoing one since it originated during the 2022/2023 season.
These three players showcased remarkable performances throughout the previous season and have already begun the new season impressively.
Arsenal fans have hailed Thomas Partey as the new Michael Essien after the Ghanaian midfielder put in a dominant display in the Community Shield victory over Manchester City on Sunday.
Partey was instrumental in Arsenal’s 4-1 win on penalties after the game ended 1-1 in regulation time at Wembley. He bossed the midfield with his physicality, passing, and tackling, and also provided the assist for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s opening goal.
The 29-year-old, who joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in 2020 for a club-record fee of £45 million, has been compared to Chelsea and Ghana legend Essien, who is widely regarded as one of the best African midfielders of all time.
Essien, who won two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, one League Cup, and one Champions League with Chelsea, was known for his versatility, energy, and long-range goals. He also played for Lyon, Real Madrid, AC Milan, and other notable clubs in his illustrious career.
Some Arsenal fans took to social media to claim that Partey is even better than Essien, citing his football intelligence and technical ability. One fan tweeted: “Thomas Partey’s football intelligence put him ahead of Micheal Essien.”
However, some Chelsea fans and a section of Ghanaians disagreed with the comparison, arguing that Essien achieved more in his career and was a more complete player. One fan wrote: “Essien was a beast in his prime. Partey is good but not on his level.”
The debate has generated a lot of interest among football lovers, especially those from Ghana, where both players are national heroes. Partey has represented Ghana at three Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and two World Cups, while Essien has played in four Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and one World Cup.
Both players have also won individual awards, such as the BBC African Footballer of the Year for Essien in 2006 and the Ghana Player of the Year for Partey in 2018 and 2019.
Essien had a far better career. He did what he knew how to do so well. But make we take ball put ground paa de33 Partey dey ball. I feel there's something hindering him. He just is too relaxed and doesn't feel the need to explode. Essien on the contrary was a beast that will kill https://t.co/9bJlTLH2EP
Partey is yet to play the football Essien played at Lyon, some of these Twitter influencers shouldn't bore us with bollocks in the name of opinion Partey level no even catch Bernard Kumordzi sef😤 pic.twitter.com/JySReNUGSG
Partey isn’t even close to Rodri how much more Michael Essien Lol Charley let’s put this country man support aside and let’s talk about real football!!! https://t.co/4TaknmknDp
This is what i get from those who started watching football when doing anything for twitter engagements became a thing.
You’re entitled to your opinion but Read the room Obaa Hemma. No one is forcing you to be an influencer at everything. At least you spelt “Essien” well this… https://t.co/XyoLzEzvo5
Partey is yet to play the football Essien played at Lyon, some of these Twitter influencers shouldn't bore us with bollocks in the name of opinion Partey level no even catch Bernard Kumordzi sef😤 pic.twitter.com/JySReNUGSG
Arsenal’s midfielder Thomas Partey has offered his support to the Game4Ukraine campaign, an initiative started by his teammate Oleksandr Zinchenko.
This charitable effort aims to raise funds for the reconstruction of the Mykhailo-Kotsiubynsky School in Chernihiv Oblast.
The campaign will reach its pinnacle with a charity match scheduled to take place at Stamford Bridge in London on Saturday, August 5.
Partey, along with his teammate Bukayo Saka, expressed their solidarity with the cause through a heartfelt video.
The Ghanaian footballer has joined a notable roster of former football stars and sports figures who will be taking part in this charitable match.
The Game4Ukraine charity game is anticipated to be a star-studded occasion, featuring two teams led by Ukrainian football legend Andriy Shevchenko and Oleksandr Zinchenko, the Ukrainian international and Arsenal star.
Partey was in the starting lineup for Arsenal during their victory in the Emirates Cup againstFrench Ligue 1 side AS Monaco at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.
Among the distinguished list of former footballers and sports personalities set to grace the charity game are Michael Essien, Luca Toni, Ricardo Carvalho, Jermain Defoe, Samuel Eto’o, and Claudio Makelele, among others.
The event will also see the participation of football icons like Gianfranco Zola, William Gallas, Danny Drinkwater, Joe Cole, Christian Panucci, Julio Cesar, and James Arthur, among others.
Head coach of the Black Stars, Chris Hughton, has made it clear that a potential move by Thomas Partey to the Saudi Arabia Pro League will not affect the player’s chances of being called up to the national team.
There have been speculations about Partey’s possible move to Saudi Arabia, although discussions about the transfer have recently quietened down.
According to Hughton, his primary criteria for selecting players for the Black Stars is based on their regular playing time, with the league they are competing in having minimal influence on his decision-making process.
“Thomas is an experienced player, he had a wonderful season at Arsenal. Firstly, is about playing. Players who are playing regularly so they can keep their level of fitness.
:And of course, is about the league that they are playing in and if you look at the Blck Stars they would be scattered around.
“Some play in the best league, and some also play in leagues that is not on the level but it’s about playing and playing regularly,” he told TalkSports.
At the moment, Thomas Partey is likely to continue at Arsenal despite the signing of Declan Rice who the Gunners deem as replacement for the Ghanaian.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, in a previous interview, confirmed that Partey is ‘super important’ to the team.
“I expect Thomas Partey to stay here. Every time I spoke to him and had a conversation with him he’s ready to stay with us. For me, there’s nothing there’s at all.”
In June 2022, a prominent sports news outlet in the UK, The Athletic, reported on the arrest of a Premier League star who was accused of rape.
The player’s identity, club affiliation, and nationality were not disclosed in the publication, but they provided hints about the individual’s profile.
The player was described as a 29-year-old international footballer who was set to represent his country in the2022 World Cup.
Additionally, it was revealed that the accused footballer resided in Barnet, London.
The news report and other UK media sources refrained from directly mentioning the player’s name or any direct links to the rape allegations.
However, on July 25, 2023, broadcaster Paul Adom-Otchere revealed that the footballer in question is Thomas Partey, a Ghanaian player.
According to Paul Adom-Otchere, it was suggested that Thomas Partey himself informed some Ghanaians about his alleged involvement in the rape scandal, which has been a major topic in the Premier League news cycle since it first broke in June 2022.
The player’s bail term was extended to August, further prolonging the ongoing investigation and media attention on the case.
“Recently our hero Thomas Partey had a problem with the British police. Did you see how scanty the information was? All of us were looking for the person but the British police will not tell anyone.
“All we heard were rumors and Partey himself telling some Ghanaians. That is how we got to know.
Paul Adom-Otchere expressed his dissatisfaction with the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s handling of the arrest of former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Abena Dapaah.
To highlight his point, Adom-Otchere referred to an alleged incident involving Thomas Partey, drawing a comparison between how the Metropolitan Police of London, UK, handled the situation and how Kissi Agyebeng and his team handled it publicly in Ghana.
As a devoted Manchester United and Asante Kotoko fan, Adom-Otchere likened the conduct of the Office of the Special Prosecutor to Andre Dede Ayew’s actions during Ghana’s game against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in March 2023.
“Special prosecutor, we love you but you are not Dede Ayew. You aren’t the captain of the Black Stars. You are not Black Sherrif, Shatta Wale, Piesie Esther, DKB, Delay or Afia Schwarzenegger.
“You are the distinguished Special Prosecutor, a barrister at law and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Ghana.
“Don’t be arresting people with funfair. It shouldn’t be live on radio and you shouldn’t be tweeting about it. If you are going to arrest people then you call media to follow you. We don’t want to see how you do your work just deliver to the nation. You are stigmatizing the people,” he fumed on his show.
Following his exceptional performance against Barcelona on July 27, 2023, some Arsenal fans have changed their stance and no longer call for the club to let go of Thomas Partey.
Partey’s sensational display in the pre-season friendly, where Arsenal emerged victorious with a 5-3 scoreline at the SoFi Stadium in the USA, left a significant impact on the fans.
Earlier, the Ghanaian midfielder was on Arsenal’s outgoing list after the club signed Declan Rice from West Ham United.
However, Partey’s recent performances have sparked a massive u-turn in the narrative, with fans now considering him their most crucial player.
The pre-season games, particularly the match against Barcelona, have convinced supporters that Partey should remain at the club. Those who previously backed the player to stay now feel vindicated in their support.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has also expressed the importance of Partey to the team in a previous interview, confirming the player’s significant role in the squad.
“I expect Thomas Partey to stay here. Every time I spoke to him and had a conversation with him he’s ready to stay with us. For me, there’s nothing there’s at all.”
Below are some reactions to Thomas Partey’s performance against Barcelona
— вkσmík (@bkomun) July 27, 2023 ???????? Yet another solid performance from Thomas Partey, he always seems to be in the right position to receive the ball. He was a menace in intercepting play and started the second goal with an excellent through ball from a quick free-kick. Majestic baller ⚪️???? pic.twitter.com/dyCHgPXcCM
— Gooner Chris (@ArsenalN7) July 27, 2023 Thomas Partey is the most Important Arsenal player pic.twitter.com/Mj0rkRQZdO
— Jon ???? (@JonMurigi) July 27, 2023 Thomas Partey once again proved to Arsenal why they need him in the midfield more than Declan Rice… proper baller pic.twitter.com/kvaw6IfNNv
— Highest Majesty (@kwaku_majesty_) July 27, 2023 Thomas Partey once again proved to Arsenal why they need him in the midfield more than Declan Rice… proper baller pic.twitter.com/kvaw6IfNNv
— Highest Majesty (@kwaku_majesty_) July 27, 2023 They wanted to sell Thomas Partey just because of this uncle Sam rice bag
— Essel (@Esselguy) July 22, 2023 While we are here please don’t sell Thomas Partey.
— Arsenal ANOOP (@ArsenalAnoop) July 27, 2023 PLEASE JUST DON’T SELL THOMAS PARTEY ????????????????????
— Arteta’s First Dawta❤️ (@Teafeh) July 27, 2023 ????️: I really don’t know the type of manager Mikel Arteta is” lost faith in Thomas Partey allowing the club to sell him for Declan Rice ????
????: Partey impact help Arsenal closer to win the Premier League last season. He makes all the Arsenal midfield function✍???? https://t.co/9nD07peVnt
— E.P.L????️???????? (@ishmael_idriss) July 27, 2023 Thomas Partey is that guy!
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is confident that the acquisition of Declan Rice from West Ham should not cast doubt on Thomas Partey’s future at the club. According to Arteta, both players possess the necessary qualities required for success at Arsenal.
After engaging in extensive discussions with their London rivals, Arsenal successfully secured the services of the England international, breaking their club-record fee. This signing comes in addition to Jorginho, who joined from Chelsea in the previous January transfer window.
There were speculations about Partey’s potential departure, as he found himself lower in the manager’s choices during the latter part of the previous season. With Rice’s arrival, it was thought that there might be increased competition for the 30-year-old midfielder.
However, Arteta has clarified that the club’s plan is to enhance the team ahead of the upcoming season, considering the numerous matches they will be competing in, including their return to the UEFA Champions League after many years. The focus remains on strengthening the squad and preparing for the challenges that lie ahead.
“They can play together. That was in my plans. If you want to improve the squad and have more quality you need players that can improve the squad and players in the same position that can fight for the same places. It’s something that we haven’t had in the last few years. We wanted to improve that. That’s why we bought Declan as well,” he said to the media ahead of their pre-season clash with Manchester United on Saturday.
Meanwhile, Partey has reportedly received a number of offers from Italian and Turkish clubs as well as Saudi clubs who are still spending significantly to elevate the standard of the league.
After weeks of speculation regarding his future, it appears that Ghanaian international Thomas Partey will remain at Arsenal.
The Gunners had been linked with offloading the former Atletico Madrid star during the summer transfer window, but recent reports suggest that the Premier League club is no longer eager to sell the midfielder.
Sports journalist Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo has provided insight into the situation, indicating that Arsenal has changed its stance and is now focused on retaining Partey.
The 30-year-old midfielder has joined his teammates in the United States of America for the club’s preseason tour, where they will fine-tune their preparations for the upcoming season.
Previously left behind at London Colney, Partey’s inclusion in the tour signals Arsenal’s commitment to keeping him as a key player within their squad for the upcoming campaign.
Per Fentuo, Partey is noe very likely to stay at Arsenal than before. He wrote on Twitter: “Thomas Partey has joined the Arsenal team in the US for pre-season.
Thomas Partey has joined the Arsenal team in the US for pre-season. He didn’t initially fly out with the team when they left on Sunday. It is understood Arsenal are no longer keen to offload the Ghanaian midfielder. pic.twitter.com/B2s32gwmBJ
The squad, consisting of 27 players, is set to participate in three upcoming friendly matches.
According to The Mirror, the Arsenal team departed from London Stansted Airport on Sunday afternoon, July 16, for their pre-season engagements.
Notable fixtures include a match against the MLS All-Stars, led by Wayne Rooney, scheduled for Thursday.
Subsequently, Arsenal will face off against rivals Manchester United and Spanish giants Barcelona.
Who is not in Arsenal’s squad?
Thomas Partey was the conspicuous miss in Arsenal’s travelling party.
The Ghanaian midfielder’s absence comes at a time he has been linked with a possible Emirates exit this summer.
Nicolas Pepe, Cedric, and Albert Sambi Lokonga have not been named in the squad, with Pepe also believed to be on his way out.
Reiss Nelson and Nuno Tavares will also not travel, with the latter understood to be still on holiday, per Football London.
Arthur Owonkwo, who is yet to make a senior appearance for Arsenal, was also not included.
Who is in the Arsenal squad?
The team is headlined by several senior players, including goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale and defenders William Saliba, Kieran Tierney, Ben White, and Gabriel Magalhaes.
Bukayo Saka, Jorginho, and Gabriel Martinelli are some of the other familiar names in the travelling contingent.
Seven Arsenal players have not accompanied the group on its preseason tour of the United States, including Thomas Partey.
Following interest from other Saudi Pro League clubs and Juventus this summer, the 30-year-old has been linked with a move away from Arsenal.
Partey took part in Arsenal’s pre-season friendly against Nurnberg last Thursday but was missing from the squad as they boarded their flight to the United States on Sunday.
Arsenal have not explained Partey’s absence but have said: ‘We expect Emile Smith Rowe and Thomas Partey to join us next week.’
Smith Rowe has been granted an extended break after playing for England in their successful Under-21 European Championship campaign this summer.
Nicolas Pepe, Cedric Soares and Albert Sambi Lokonga, who all left Arsenal on loan last season, have also stayed behind and will continue to train away from the first-team squad.
Nuno Tavares, who spent last season on loan at Marseille, has also stayed behind and is not considered part of Mikel Arteta’s plans.
Reiss Nelson, who signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal earlier this month, is also among those who have not travelled to the United States due to injury.
ARSENAL TRAVELLING PRE-SEASON TOUR SQUAD
GOALKEEPERS: Aaron Ramsdale, Alex Runarsson, Karl Hein
DEFENDERS: William Saliba, Kieran Tierney, Ben White, Gabriel Magalhaes, Jurrien Timber, Jakub Kiwior, Rob Holding, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Auston Trusty, Oleksandr Zinchenko
MIDFIELDERS: Martin Odegaard, Jorginho, Fabio Vieira, Mohamed Elneny, Kai Havertz, Declan Rice
ATTACKERS: Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Eddie Nketiah, Leandro Trossard, Folarin Balogun, Marquinhos, Amario Cozier-Duberry
Arsenal’s record £105 million signing Declan Rice was among the 27 players who boarded the flight from London Stansted on Sunday afternoon.
Jurrien Timber, who completed this £40m move from Ajax on Friday, is also part of the travelling squad.
Arsenal’s first game of their United States tour will be against an MLS All-Stars team managed by Wayne Rooney in Washington D.C on July 19.
Mikel Arteta’s side will then face Manchester United in New Jersey on July 22.
Arsenal’s final fixture of the tour is against Barcelona in Los Angeles on July 26.
Ghanaian international Thomas Partey will remain in England for an additional week to focus on his recovery as the club embarks on their pre-season tour to the USA.
Partey has been actively training with the Gunners for several weeks now, having returned from a brief break in Ghana.
Although he participated in Arsenal’s recent 3-3 draw against Nurnberg, the midfielder has been excluded from the squad traveling to the USA due to an injury.
However, it is anticipated that Partey, along with Emile Smith Rowe, will join their teammates in the United States next week.
In order to ensure their full recuperation, the Premier League giants have made the decision to keep the pair behind until they are ready to rejoin the team in the North American country.
Arsenal will face MLS All-Stars team at Audi Field, Washington D.C on Wednesday, July 19.
The Gunners are expected to play Manchester United in the MetLife Stadium on Saturday, July 22 in New Jersey before the wrap up their tour with a game against Barcelona on Wednesday, July 26 at SoFi Stadium.
Ghanaian international Thomas Partey has reportedly been offered £400,000 per week by the Saudi Arabian team Al Ahli as they step up their efforts to sign the Ghanaian from Arsenal.
According to a report by British journalist Ollie, Partey has already approved the agreement, but Arsenal reportedly rejected Ahli’s £30 million offer.
More than £45 million is allegedly what Arsenal wants for the former Atletico Madrid midfielder.
Partey is reportedly being watched by Italian team Juventus as well as Saudi Arabian clubs in the hopes of a prospective transfer.
At the moment, the 30-year-old has returned to Arsenal for pre-season despite the transfer rumours.
Arsenal are looking to offload Thomas Partey following the signing of Declan Rice, from West Ham United.
Player of the Black Stars, Kasim Nuhu Adams, wants Thomas Partey to use his right to free agency during the summer transfer window.
There have been rumours that Thomas Partey will leave Arsenal. In order to add additional players for the upcoming season, the North London club is reportedly prepared to offload the Ghanaian.
Partey has received a $10 million annual offer from various Saudi clubs, but it seems the player is not interested, despite Juventus of Italy reportedly being linked to the player.
Many supporters of the game have urged the 30-year-old to put money first due to the huge offer from Saudi Arabia.
However, Kassim Nuhu Adams believes it is crucial to allow Partey to make his own decisions without feeling rushed into a choice he may later regret.
Speaking in an interview on Max24Gh, the former FC Basel player said, “Sometimes you cannot advise someone to choose a club because if something happens there, he will blame you.”
“We will stay back and let him choose if he wants to stay at Arsenal for me it’s a club.
They are going to play in the Champions League, they have a lot of competitions to play even though they have signed players. One player cannot play all the games.
“For me, I believe in him, when he tunes his mind that he wants to play and train he will even though if they have other players there. We don’t have to rush him that much to choose a club that he does not feel like choosing,” he stated.
Reports indicate that AS Monaco is showing interest in Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey. His representatives are said to be exploring the possibility of a summer departure.
It has come to light that there is also interest from Saudi Arabia in the former Atletico Madrid player, who is currently contracted with Arsenal until 2025.
European clubs, including Monaco, have shown interest, and there are rumors of several Italian clubs being keen on acquiring Partey’s services, though their identities remain undisclosed.
Monaco is expected to be actively seeking a midfielder in the summer transfer window. While they had previously expressed interest in Arsenal’s Sambi Lokonga, the Belgian player opted for a loan move to Crystal Palace in January.
Monaco’s need for midfield reinforcements has intensified with the potential departure of Youssouf Fofana.
Partey’s notable performances throughout the previous season were instrumental in Arsenal’s pursuit of the Premier League title, bringing them closer than they had been in years.
The future of Thomas Partey at Arsenal remains uncertain. However, the increasing interest from Saudi Arabia, Monaco, and other European clubs suggests that a move away from the London club could be on the horizon.
There are reports that Thomas Partey has informed Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta about his intention to leave the club, footballtransfers.com has reported.
The Ghanaian midfielder has expressed his unwillingness to play a secondary role in the upcoming season and has asked for assistance from Arsenal to secure a transfer to another club.
Although Arteta would prefer to keep Partey, he has reluctantly agreed to facilitate the transfer as long as a reasonable price can be obtained for the player’s transfer fee.
Initial discussions have taken place with clubs in Saudi Arabia and Juventus, but as of now, no concrete offers have materialized.
Consequently, Arsenal is now intensifying negotiations with Southampton regarding a potential move for Romeo Lavia.
Furthermore, Arsenal will hold further discussions withThomas Partey to clarify his future aspirations and ascertain the best course of action for all parties involved.
He has been with Arsenal since 2020 and was key for them last season.
Former captain of the Black Stars, Asamoah Gyan, has responded to reports of a $200 million offer made by a Saudi Arabian club to temptArsenal midfielder Thomas Partey.
Gyan took to Twitter and posted a zipped mouth emoji in reaction to a tweet discussing whether Partey, given his age, should accept or reject the offer and focus on staying in Europe.
Drawing from his own career experience, Gyan made a surprising move from Sunderland to the United Arab Emirates after only one season in England.
Speaking to FourFourTwo, he explained that UEA club Al Ain made him an offer ‘he could not resist’.
“I was enjoying my football, but Al Ain offered me wages that instantly made me the best-paid footballer in Africa. I couldn’t resist,” he said.
According to the Saudi offer for Partey, he would receive an annual salary of $100 million, tax free in a two-year deal.
“Arsenal star Thomas Partey has been offered $200 million in wages by a club in Saudi Arabia. Partey will earn an annual, tax-free salary of $100 million if he signs the two-year deal.
The Saudi clubs keen on Partey are Al Ahli, Al Nassr, and Al Khaleej,” former Ghana Football Association spokesperson Saanie Daara reported in a tweet.
Meanwhile, Thomas Partey, 30, has attracted interest from Italian side Juventus, which offered him a three-year contract.
Thomas Partey, who joined Arsenal in the summer of 2020, has two years left on his current contract.
Italian powerhouse Juventushas shown keen interest in acquiring the services of Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey.
According to renowned football transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Bianconeri have made inquiries regarding Partey’s availability.
It has been reported that Juventus would be open to pursuing the Ghanaian midfielder if French midfielder Adrien Rabiot departs from the club.
Furthermore, there are undisclosed clubs from Saudi Arabia willing to pay €40 million in installments to secure Partey’s signature from Arsenal.
However, the former Atletico Madrid midfielder is yet to decide on a move to play in the Gulf, a report by Romano claims.
The Ghanaian is on Arsenals’ outgoing list as the club aims at freeing up their wage bill to make room for new signings. But the Gunners are only willing to cash in on Partey, who has two years left in his contract, for the right price.
Thomas Partey, who has been a big contributor to Arsenal’s resurgence, joined the Gunners in 2020.
Unnamed Saudi Arabian clubs are reportedly preparing their initial offer for Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey.
As per Fabrizio Romano, the clubs are willing to pay €40 million for the player in a structured payment plan.
“Understand Saudi clubs are prepared to pay €40m in instalments to Arsenal for Thomas Partey. He’s a concrete option for Saudi — his exit is possible as revealed on Sunday.”
Romano also confirmed that some European clubs have expressed interest in Partey who is yet to decide his future.
“No decision yet on player side. He also has approaches from Europe. No new deal talks at the moment.”
The Ghanaian is on Arsenals’ outgoing list as the club aims at freeing up their wage bill to make room for new signings.
However, the Gunners are only willing to cash in on Partey, who has two years left in his contract, for the right price.
Thomas Partey, who has been a big contributor to Arsenal’s resurgence, joined the Gunners in 2020.
The club is looking to replace the 30-year-old as they aim at signing West Ham United midfielder, Declan Rice to rebuild their midfield.
Arsenal have had their first bid of £90 million for Rice rejected. The Hammers are said to be demanding £120 million.
The only member of Chris Hughton’s 24-man squad who hasnot yet reported to the Black Stars camp as they get ready for their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Madagascar is Arsenal star and deputy captain Thomas Teye Partey.
With the exception of Partey, who is anticipated to arrive on Tuesday, June 13, following a fantastic season with the Gunners, all players who were invited have dutifully reported to the team’s camp at the Alisa Hotel in Accra as of Monday, June 12.
The former Tema Youth player played an integral role for Mikel Arteta’s side in the just-ended 2022–23 English Premier League. He made a total of 39 appearances in all competitions and scored three goals.
The team led by skipper Andre Ayew will open their first training sessions at the Accra Sports Stadium later on Monday, June 11, and will continue for the next four days before they jet off to Madagascar.
The match will take place on Sunday, June 18, at the Mahamasina Municipal Stadium in Antananarivo, Madagascar’s capital city.
The Black Stars lead Group E with eight points, having won two and drawn two.
Ghanaian midfielder and Arsenal forward Thomas Partey, who is rumoured to be interested in moving to a couple of clubs in the Italian top division, might leave Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s squad this summer, along with Granit Xhaka.
In order to be ready for another title fight the following season, Mikel Arteta is planning to completely reconstruct the midfield for Arsenal.
With Bayer Leverkusen keen to recruit the Switzerland midfielder, Granit Xhaka has now made a significant hint that he will leave this summer. He pledged to make a decision this week.
Thomas Partey is also a target for Serie A clubs and Italy could be a next career move for the Ghana midfielder this summer, with two clubs thought to be keen.
Arsenal midfielder, Thomas Partey
Partey, who turns 30 next month, was a key figure in Arsenal ’s title challenge this season but his drop in form during the run-in has only underlined the need for major squad reinforcements.
Arsenal have made Declan Rice their No1 transfer target this summer with West Ham willing to sell their England midfielder to a Champions League club if they get bids in excess of £100m. They remain keen on Brighton ’s Moises Caicedo.
Gunners boss Arteta has also been linked with a move for Manchester City ’s veteran midfielder Ilkay Gundogan who is out of contract at the Etihad this summer but could yet stay and Barcelona also want him.
Arsenal are one of a clutch of clubs who are interested in Chelsea ’s England star Mason Mount with Liverpool and Manchester United also keen. Chelsea’s incoming boss Mauricio Pochettino may also fight to keep him.
Xhaka, 30, has been at Arsenal for seven years, Arteta rates him highly as a player and as a personality but if he goes it will be with the club’s blessing and goodwill as a farewell gesture out of respect for his service and commitment.
It appears that he has now made his decision on his future and asked directly after Arsenal’s defeat at Nottingham Forest , Xhaka said: “You will know next week, for sure. Before the Wolves game.
Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka could both leave Arsenal this week ( Image: Getty Images)
“I think the fans deserve that. And I do, as well. We have one more week of the Premier League season to go and I want to enjoy it and I want you guys to, as well.”
Xhaka also spoke emotionally about wanting to do “something special” this season as if he was preparing to say goodbye.
“Where I was three years ago and where I am today, I think I’ve grown up as a person and I’ve got my respect back,” he said. “Inthe dressing room everything was always fine but I got it back from the fans.
“When I talked about special…I mean, how can I say it? Where I have been and how I came back and my turnaround, maybe it’s the first time in the history of the Premier League it’s been done?
“It’s made me happy. It makes me proud. But this is my story, my path. How the fans have treated me, I didn’t expect that – but I am thankful for them. I want to give them something back for, maybe, my last game on Sunday.
Xhaka could leave Arsenal with Bayer Leverkusen the frontrunner to sign him ( Image: Getty Images)
“I wanted to do something special this season, maybe with a title, but it’s not the time. Let’s see what the future holds.”
Arsenal are expecting a major set of ins and outs this summer which could be seen as surprising after what has been an unexpected season as they were not expected to challenge for the title.
Kieran Tierney and Rob Holding could also go while Reiss Nelson will become a free agent. Emile Smith Rowe could also be sacrificed as they look to strengthen their options with Leicester ’s James Maddison another on their radar.
After such an impressive season, the growing uncertainty over some of their futures has also coincided with a dip in form during the run-in.
Arsenal want to strengthen their midfield, but they also want defensive reinforcements plus a dynamic winger to provide back-up for Bukayo Saka who ran out of steam having played so many games. They may yet look to sign another striker with physical presence.
What is certain is that Arteta sees this summer as arguably the biggest transfer window of his reign as Arsenal manager because they need to kick on again to challenge Manchester City.
Former defender forManchester United and England, Gary Neville, thinks Thomas Partey’s poor play at a vital point in the season hurt Arsenal’s chances of winning the league’s title.
Due to a terrible run of performances by the Ghanaian international, Arsenal lost to Liverpool, West Ham, and Southampton, losing points.
Jorginho displaced Partey, who hasn’t started for the Gunners in their last three games.
Neville claims that the Black Stars player was absent during pivotal times.
“He’s been in a shadow of himself in the last few weeks, Partey,” said Neville, as quoted by Metro.
“He has been nowhere near it. A large part of the season, he has been fantastic. His form and composure have deserted him at the most vital time.”
Arsenal lost to Brighton over the weekend, giving Manchester City the edge with a game in hand.
The Citizens could win the league if they beat Chelsea in their next game, extending the Gunners’ 20-year wait for the Premier League title.
However, Arsenal are making a return to the UEFA Champions League after a six-year absence from Europe’s elite competition.
Partey reacts to Casemiro comparison
Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Ghana and Arsenal midfielder, Partey has welcomed the comparison between him andManchester United star, Casemiro.
The duo has been head-to-head this season in terms of the roles they play at their various clubs and their importance to their respective teams.
While Partey has been key to Arsenal’s position at the top of the Premier League table, Casemiro helped the Red Devils to their first trophy in six years.
Partey pays tribute to Atsu
Sports Brief also reported on Ghana international, Partey discussed his emotional tribute to late former teammate, Christian Atsu.
The Black Stars winger was among those tragically killed following the earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria on February 6.
During the Gunners’ comeback win against Bournemouth earlier in the year, Partey dedicated his goal to his compatriot.
A former Manchester United defender, Gary Neville, has laudedArsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, for benching Thomas Partey in the Gunners’ 2-0 victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park.
For the second game in a row, the Spanish manager benched the former Atletico Madrid man in favour of Jorginho, having already omitted him from the starting lineup against Chelsea in their previous game, which raised worries among some fans.
Partey was however introduced in the 80th minute to replace Martin Odegaard, the first goalscorer of the game.
Neville believes that the decision was crucial in the win over Newcastle and helped put pressure on Manchester City by reducing their lead at the top to just one point.
“I thought they might get eaten alive [on Sunday vs Newcastle]. The atmosphere was ferocious. Arsenal grew up here a lot,” he told Sky Sports.
“Mikel Arteta deserves a lot of credit for picking Jorginho. Many would have said get Thomas Partey back in there. The class Martin Odegaard showed in the first 30 minutes was outstanding.
“Jorginho composed his teammates and guided them. (Gabriel) Martinelli and (Bukayo) Saka are still not at their best but the composure from Odegaard and Jorginho was there for all to see.
“The reason why Manchester United players and Pep Guardiola have said Paul Scholes is their favourite player was because in moments in the hardest atmosphere in a difficult away game, those players are unique.
“They have the composure, the balance to get the team playing. That’s what Jorginho reminded me of – he was fantastic.”
Thomas Partey has played a huge role in getting Arsenal back to play in the UEFAchampions league with a series of top-notch performances scoring three in 30 matches.
Jorginho, an Arsenal midfielder, has given an explanation for why his coach, Mikel Arteta, has chosen to start him instead of Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey in recent matches.
Jorginho was in the starting lineup for Arsenal’s victories against Chelsea and Newcastle United.
Following the match against Newcastle, Jorginho stated that he and Partey have distinct playing styles and skillsets, which provide Arsenal with more options in midfield.
According to him, he and Partey have given Mikel Arteta options in midfield and only have one responsibility to be ready anytime when called upon.
“I think we are two different players that can adapt for the coach in different games. I think the coach has two good choices and depending on what game, and what type of players he wants on the pitch. The only thing we can do is be ready when he needs us and give our best to help the team,” Jorginho said in an interview.
As the team won back-to-back games without Thomas Partey,some Arsenal supporters on social media called for his transfer.
Some contend that the Gunners should release the Ghanaian in the summer since the team has advanced past its over-reliance on him.
Thomas Partey had a stellar season up until April, when his repeated mistakes and poor performance caused Arsenal to lose their unbeaten streak and slip to second place in the standings.
He was introduced in the final 20 minutes of Arsenal’s 2-0 away win over Newcastle United. This is the first time the 29-year-old was left on the bench in back-to-back games this season.
His replacement Jorginho has filled the void and won man-of-the-match against Newcastle and winning the hearts of the fans.
Some fans believe Jorginho gave the team much better control and thus the club would only need a replacement for Partey and keep the Italian.
Arsenal are in hot pursuit of the Premier League, trailing league leaders Manchester City by a point with three games left but the City have a game more.
This team has evolved past Thomas Partey, he needs replacing now.— . (@The_Wilsh) May 7, 2023.
If anyone should get sold this summer, it’s Thomas Partey, not Granit Xhaka. #NEWARS
It’s time to sellThomas Partey this summer.— ag™️ (@TAGunner28) May 2, 2023
Honestly we might have seen the last of Partey at Arsenal.
With Rice and/or Caicedo possibly joining we’ll need to make space in midfield and given the selection of Jorginho against a very physical team with no news of an injury to Partey it looks like hes done here.— AfcBOM (@AFCBOM) May 7, 2023.
orginho is better than Thomas Partey.
Arsenal fans should we debate this?— Temitope (@IamTopsy4real) May 7, 2023.
The FIFA 23 EA Sports Team of the Season nominations left out Ghanaian and Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey.
Partey wasn’t on the list of prospective midfielders despite being an important player for Arsenal and helping them to victory in the Premier League.
With 26 Premier League appearances, 24 starts, and three goals this season, the 29-year-old has been an important player for Arsenal.
In their quest for the top spot in the table, Arsenal is four points ahead of Manchester City thanks to his services.
However, the FIFA 23 EA Sports Team of the Season nominations have seen the likes of Bruno Guimarães of Newcastle United, Brighton and Hove Albion’s Alexis Mac Allister, and Palhinha of Fulham named among the potential midfielders to make the team.
Despite the snub, Partey’s exceptional performances this season have not gone unnoticed by fans and pundits alike, who have praised his performances.
The Black Stars captaincy transition from Andre Ayew to the next player should be managed carefully to prevent a dispute, according to sports broadcaster Dan Kwaku Yeboah.
Kwaku Yeboah gave advise based on earlier Black Stars skipper changes that went poorly and caused player breakdown and the emergence of factions.
He cautioned that if the changeover of the present Black Stars captaincy is not handled properly, it could cause a significant breach on Peace FM.
“Let’s be careful so that Dede’s captaincy transition doesn’t bring us problems,” he said.
While giving historical background to Black Stars captaincy issues he narrated: “Since 1992, every Black Stars transition brings problems. From Kwesi Appiah to Abedi Pele to CK Akonnor because Sammy Kuffour said he doesn’t like it.
“From him, we came to Stephen Appiah from there it came to John Mensah to Asamoah Gyan and it became a whole issue. From Asamoah Gyan to Dede was another controversy.”
His obvious successor is current deputy skipper, Thomas Partey who led the team to their 1-0 win over Angola in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Kumasi.
Dede Ayew who was exempted from the matchday squad for the Angola game surprisingly joined the team for warm-up and was an unused substitute.
He later pulled out from the squad ahead of the second leg due to an injury. The Ghana Football Association confirmed that Ayew hurt his knee after the Angola game following a slip down the tunnel.
Ayew, however, took part in the team’s recovery session a day after the win before pulling out of the squad ahead of the trip to Angola for the second leg.
Nana Aba Anamoah, a renowned Ghanaian broadcaster, responded brutally to a “stupid” question posed by a Twitter troll.
On Monday, April 3, 2023, Nana Aba Anamoah shared a video in which she was having a good time with Arsenal midfielder, Thomas Partey in a London restaurant.
The video which has been well received by football fans, particularly Arsenal supporters also attracted abusive remarks from some social media users.
One such troll is from a user with the name Rashyfaze who sarcastically and in Nana Aba’s words ‘stupidly’ asked “Did she get home safe?”
Nana Aba Anamoah did not let it slide as she offered an even more scathing and ferocious response to the roll.
She tweeted “Yes, I did. I always feel safe around Partey. He’s a perfect gentleman. Do you have another stupid question?”
Nana Aba Anamoah and Partey, per social media engagement, appear to be good friends, and the ace broadcaster during her visit to London decided to call on her good friend.
Partey was captured in a video with Nana Aba Anamoah in a restaurant in the United Kingdom.
All attempts by Nana Aba to have Partey say something to the camera is met with jests by the Black Stars deputy skipper.
When he finally agreed to say something, he took a swipe at Manchester’s loss to the Magpies over the weekend.
“You are welcome, join us in celebration of United’s loss,” he said as he took a spoonful of what appeared to be chocolate.
A ‘stupid’ question by a Twitter troll has been met with a corresponding brutal response from ace Ghanaian broadcaster Nana Aba Anamoah.
On Monday, April 3, 2023, Nana Aba Anamoah shared a video in which she was having a good time with Arsenal midfielder, Thomas Partey in a London restaurant.
The video which has been well received by football fans, particularly Arsenal supporters also attracted abusive remarks from some social media users.
One such troll is from a user with the name Rashyfaze who sarcastically and in Nana Aba’s words ‘stupidly’ asked “Did she get home safe?”
Nana Aba Anamoah did not let it slide as she offered an even more scathing and ferocious response to the roll.
She tweeted “Yes, I did. I always feel safe around Partey. He’s a perfect gentleman. Do you have another stupid question?”
Nana Aba Anamoah and Partey, per social media engagement, appear to be good friends, and the ace broadcaster during her visit to London decided to call on her good friend.
Partey was captured in a video with Nana Aba Anamoah in a restaurant in the United Kingdom.
All attempts by Nana Aba to have Partey say something to the camera is met with jests by the Black Stars deputy skipper.
When he finally agreed to say something, he took a swipe at Manchester’s loss to the Magpies over the weekend.
“You are welcome, join us in celebration of United’s loss,” he said as he took a spoonful of what appeared to be chocolate.
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