Tag: Thomas Partey

Thomas Partey is a Ghanaian midfielder who plays for Arsenal.

Partey signed for Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in the summer of 2020 and wears the number 5.

LONDON, ENGLAND: Josh Nichols of Arsenal controls the ball during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Bolton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on September 25, 2024. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Who will Arsenal start in defence against Preston North End?

After further injuries to Arsenal's starting defensive options, Mikel Arteta now has to figure out a new back four for Wednesday's game against Preston North End.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring his goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 match between Arsenal FC and Paris Saint-Germain at on October 01, 2024. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Saka boost for Arsenal ahead of Liverpool?

Bukayo Saka could return to boost an injury-hit Arsenal for their crucial clash against Premier League leaders Liverpool. Will his comeback make the difference for Mikel Arteta’s side?
LONDON, ENGLAND: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 match between Arsenal FC and Paris Saint-Germain at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2024. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Saka, Martinelli, Odegaard, Tomiyasu injury updates ahead of Bournemouth

Mikel Arteta provides crucial injury updates on Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli, and other Arsenal players ahead of their Premier League clash with Bournemouth.
ROME, ITALY: Leandro Trossard of Belgium celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A2 match between Italy and Belgium at Stadio Olimpico on October 10, 2024. (Photo by Emmanuele Ciancaglini/Getty Images)

October results for Arsenal’s 11 internationals

With the October international break now at an end, let's take a look at how Arsenal's 11 internationals got on.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Arsenal's Thomas Partey runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Arsenal FC at Etihad Stadium on September 22, 2024. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Barcelona eye Arsenal midfielder with expiring contract

Thomas Partey is on Barcelona's radar ahead of the January transfer window, with sporting director Deco trying to sign the player once before.
ROME, ITALY: Leandro Trossard of Belgium looks on during the UEFA Nations League 2024/25 League A Group A2 match between Italy and Belgium at Stadio Olimpico on October 10, 2024. (Photo by Emmanuele Ciancaglini/Getty Images)

October fixtures & results for Arsenal’s 11 internationals

Arsenal received 11 call-ups for the October international break after a couple of withdrawals, let's have a look at how they're getting on.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Thomas Partey of Arsenal looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal and Olympique Lyonnais at Emirates Stadium on August 11, 2024. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Another Arsenal player pulls out of international duty

Thomas Partey has become the latest player to pull out of international duty, though the absence is reportedly precautionary.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Gabriel Martinelli of Brazil scores the team's fourth penalty in the penalty shoot-out during the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 quarterfinal match between Uruguay and Brazil at Allegiant Stadium on July 06, 2024. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

October fixture list for Arsenal’s 11 internationals

Arsenal have received 11 call-ups for the October international break, with a surprisingly large number of players either unavailable or left out.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 28: Leandro Trossard of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City FC at Emirates Stadium on September 28, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal fans cancel subscriptions to The Athletic after recent Arsenal coverage

Arsenal fans are cancelling their subscriptions to The Athletic, accusing the publication of biased and misleading coverage.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Thomas Partey of Arsenal looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal and Olympique Lyonnais at Emirates Stadium on August 11, 2024. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Arsenal show no desire to extend key midfielder’s expiring contract

Arsenal haven't shown any desire to extend Thomas Partey's contract so far, with the midfielder's deal expiring next summer.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: Rodri of Manchester City leaves the pitch following an injury during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Arsenal FC at Etihad Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Pep Guardiola confirms Rodri needs surgery

Manchester City confirm Rodri will undergo surgery after sustaining an ACL injury against Arsenal, a blow that could impact the Premier League title race.
BERGAMO, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 19: David Raya of Arsenal reacts as he saves a penalty from Mateo Retegui of Atalanta during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD1 match between Atalanta BC and Arsenal FC at Stadio di Bergamo on September 19, 2024 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Raya’s save brought back memories of Szczesny at Anfield for Arsenal fans

David Raya's stunning double save vs Atalanta in the Champions League has Arsenal fans reminiscing about Wojciech Szczesny's iconic save against Liverpool in 2012.
Norway's midfielder #10 Martin Odegaard and Austria's defender #15 Philipp Lienhart vie for the ball during the UEFA Nations League, League B, Group B3 football match Norway vs Austria at the Ullevaal Stadium in Oslo, Norway on September 9, 2024. (Photo by Terje Pedersen / NTB / AFP) / Norway OUT (Photo by TERJE PEDERSEN/NTB/AFP via Getty Images)

How Arsenal’s 13 internationals got on in September

With the September international break coming to an end, let's take a look at how Arsenal's 13 call-ups got on.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Thomas Partey of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on April 23, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Barcelona target Arsenal midfielder for free transfer

Barcelona is eyeing Arsenal's Thomas Partey for a free transfer next summer. The Ghanaian midfielder, whose contract expires, is also attracting interest from other clubs.
Brazil's defender Gabriel Magalhaes controls the ball during the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualifiers football match between Brazil and Ecuador, at the Major Antônio Couto Pereira stadium in Curitiba, Brazil, on September 6, 2024. (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal September international results so far including 2 injuries

Arsenal received 13 call-ups for the September international break, and most of their fixtures have now been completed.
MUNICH, GERMANY: Kai Havertz of Germany celebrates scoring his team's third goal from the penalty-spot during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Germany and Scotland at Munich Football Arena on June 14, 2024. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Fixture list for Arsenal’s 13 September internationals

Arsenal have received 13 call-ups for the September international break, with a number of their usual internationals left out for various reasons.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - AUGUST 24: Leandro Trossard of Arsenal celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammates during the Premier League match between Aston Villa FC and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on August 24, 2024 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal take revenge with 2-0 win over Aston Villa

Arsenal avenged last season’s setbacks by defeating Aston Villa 2-0. Arteta’s men sealed a vital win with Trossard and Raya starring in a revenge-fuelled performance.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 14: Declan Rice of Arsenal shows appreciation to the fans following the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on April 14, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Declan Rice reveals hilarious Arsenal nickname

Arsenal's Declan Rice embraces his new nickname, while teammates reveal their Olympic ambitions.
Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino celebrates after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 final football match between Spain and England at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14, 2024. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP) (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal Merino signing imminent as manager confirms why player dropped

Arsenal are preparing an improved £30m offer to sign Spanish international Mikel Merino. The 28-year-old midfielder is a key summer target for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta.
MALLORCA, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RCD Mallorca and Real Sociedad at Estadi de Son Moix on February 18, 2024. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

Mikel Merino to be excluded from weekend’s squad as €35m Arsenal move nears

Arsenal's interest in Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino heats up, with the player likely to be left out of the squad amidst ongoing transfer negotiations.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal offer being considered by Spanish 28yo

Arsenal is leading the race to sign Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid facing challenges in their pursuit of the Spanish midfielder.
Takehiro Tomiyasu signs his new Arsenal contract (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Takehiro Tomiyasu knee injury update

Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has been ruled out of the club's pre-season tour of the United States due to a knee injury.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal leads race for Mikel Merino as Atletico Madrid struggles to keep up

Arsenal targets Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino as midfield reinforcement. Atletico Madrid also shows interest, but Gunners lead the race for the European champion.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: General view outside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal win behind-closed-doors friendly as big names start

Arsenal's youngsters and established stars impressed in a 2-0 pre-season win against Leyton Orient, setting the tone for an exciting season ahead.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Thomas Partey of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on August 21, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Saudi Arabia move for Arsenal 31yo played down

The Public Investment Fund are yet to hold any talks with Thomas Partey and there have been no offers from Saudi Arabia, according to a report.
Arsenal's Ghanaian midfielder #05 Thomas Partey (R) vies with Chelsea's English midfielder #23 Conor Gallagher (C) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2024. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Saudi clubs interested in Arsenal midfielder

Saudi Arabian clubs remain interested in Arsenal's Thomas Partey, but there won't be a concrete update on the situation for a while yet, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: General view outside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s squad value drops but still 2nd highest in world

Premier League squad values fluctuate, with Arsenal and Manchester United experiencing significant drops. Despite this, the Premier League remains the most valuable football league globally.
Monaco's Youssouf Fofana celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between AS Monaco and Lille (LOSC) at the Louis II Stadium (Stade Louis II) in the Principality of Monaco on April 24, 2024. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal hold talks with €20m 25yo midfielder’s camp

Arsenal have reportedly held talks with AS Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana's camp over a potential summer move. The Gunners face competition from PSG, AC Milan, and others.
Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko reacts during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig in Frankfurt am Main, western Germany on May 18, 2024. (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

21yo striker favours Arsenal move instead of Chelsea or Manchester United

Arsenal are leading the race to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who has expressed his preference for a move to the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal's German midfielder #29 Kai Havertz (3rdL) and Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard (3rdR) celebrate their team victory in the English Premier League football match between Bournemouth and Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, southern England on September 30, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal stars holiday together as bromance flourishes

Arsenal stars Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard share a post-season holiday, showcasing their close bond after a challenging Premier League campaign.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Thomas Partey of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on April 23, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal look to sell player who prefers to stay

Arsenal are open to offers for Thomas Partey this summer, but they may be hampered by the player's own desire to stay.
Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko celebrates scoring during the German first division Bundesliga football match between RB Leipzig and Werder Bremen in Leipzig, eastern Germany on May 11, 2024. (Photo by RONNY HARTMANN/AFP via Getty Images)

20 Arsenal transfer and contract rumours rounded up

Arsenal transfer news roundup: Partey exit, interest in Melia & Sesko, Lokonga seeks move, Marquinhos' loan doubts, and more.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Thomas Partey of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on August 21, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal starting midfielder to leave this summer

Midfielder Thomas Partey will leave Arsenal this summer, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Arsenal's Ghanaian midfielder #05 Thomas Partey (R) vies with Chelsea's English midfielder #23 Conor Gallagher (C) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2024. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal midfielder wanted by Saudi Arabian clubs

Arsenal's Thomas Partey is still wanted by clubs in Saudi Arabia ahead of the summer transfer window, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal FC and RC Lens at Emirates Stadium on November 29, 2023. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Saudi Arabian clubs interested in Arsenal pair but no talks yet

Saudi Arabian clubs are interested in Gabriel Jesus, but neither he nor Thomas Partey are currently in negotiations to move to the country.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Jorginho of Arsenal applauds the fans after the team's victory in the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2024. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

David Ornstein confirms new contract offer for Arsenal midfielder

Arsenal offer Jorginho a new contract as the midfielder's future looks settled. Uncertainty remains around Thomas Partey's contract situation.
BILBAO, SPAIN: Nico Williams of Athletic Bilbao celebrates scoring the 2nd goal during the Copa del Rey Semifinal match between Athletic Club Bilbao and Atletico de Madrid at San Mames Stadium on February 29, 2024. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Arsenal target 21yo winger and 25yo midfielder impressing in Spain

Arsenal are eyeing La Liga stars Martin Zubimendi and Nico Williams in a bid to strengthen their squad.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 14: Jorginho of Arsenal gestures to Declan Rice of Arsenal following the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on April 14, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

David Ornstein gives update on Arsenal 32yo’s contract situation

Arsenal would love to keep Jorginho, but it's likely they'll let one of their first-team midfielders leave this summer, according to David Ornstein.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Thomas Partey of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on April 23, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal set price for midfielder’s sale

Arsenal could sell Thomas Partey this summer. Reports suggest a £20-25m asking price. Is this the end of his time at the Emirates?
Newcastle United's Brazilian midfielder #39 Bruno Guimaraes reacts to their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on April 13, 2024. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal & Man City in £100m Bruno Guimarães transfer battle

Arsenal & Man City are battling for Newcastle's Bruno Guimarães. Could this be another Rice-style transfer saga?