Thomas Partey set to leave Arsenal on free transfer

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is set to leave Arsenal on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of June, according to ESPN.

The report claims that “Partey is not expected to re-sign with Mikel Arteta’s side.

“Negotiations for a possible renewal are at a complete standstill and that Partey will leave the club on June 30.”

The 32-year-old has been linked with a move to several clubs, including Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, and Juventus. Saudi Pro League clubs are also interested in acquiring the services of Partey.

The Gunners last week announced the list of players they are releasing later this month, and they also disclosed that they are still in negotiations with Partey.

Partey had his best season since joining the Gunners from Atletico Madrid in 2020 for over £40million last term, making 52 appearances, scoring four goals and providing three assists across all competitions.

He played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s successful Champions League quarter-final victories over Real Madrid.

Arsenal’s new sporting director, Andrea Berta, has been tasked with overseeing the contract negotiations.

Manager Mikel Arteta earlier hinted that he would be open to Partey remaining at the club.

When asked about progress on a new contract for Partey, Arteta responded: “Yes, there is progress with all the players. I’ll leave that to Andrea and the club to decide and to talk about.”

When pressed if Arsenal’s intention is to keep Partey, Arteta added: “The intention is very clear.”