Confirmed: Thomas Partey to leave Arsenal at the end of June; Fabrizio reports
Fabrizio Romano has reported that Thomas Partey is going to leave Arsenal at the end of this June month. By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on June 26, 2025, 08:28 IST
Fabrizio Romano has reported that Thomas Partey is going to leave Arsenal at the end of this June month. He is leaving as a free agent, as no new deal talks were initiated with him and also player was thinking of a change. Arsenal have already signed Christian Nørgaard from Brentford as his replacement.
Fabrizio Romano has reported that Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey will leave Arsenal at the end of June as a free agent. The 31-year-old, who joined the Gunners from Atlético Madrid in 2020, will depart the club after four seasons, with no new contract discussions having taken place.
Partey, whose time at the Emirates was marked by both solid performances and frequent injury setbacks, was reportedly open to a new challenge. Arsenal, in turn, have moved quickly to secure his replacement.
Mikel Arteta's side have already signed Brentford captain Christian Nørgaard to bolster their midfield. The Danish international brings Premier League experience and a strong defensive presence, making him a fitting successor to Partey's role in the squad. This marks a significant shift in Arsenal's midfield dynamics as they prepare for the 2025/26 season.
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Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at Businessupturn.com
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