Mikel Arteta backs Arsenal's approach on Thomas Partey amid sexual assault charges
Following the announcement of the charges, Partey's legal team issued a firm denial, stating that he rejects all allegations and is cooperating fully with authorities. 'Thomas Partey denies all the charges against him. He has fully cooperated with the police and CPS throughout their three-year investigation. He now welcomes the opportunity to clear his name finally,' read the statement. His lawyers also confirmed that he would refrain from making further comments due to the active legal process.Since leaving Arsenal at the end of his contract, Partey has not signed with another club and remains a free agent. It is currently unclear whether he will resume his playing career, with the outcome of the legal proceedings likely to determine his future in football. The developments have raised complex questions about clubs' responsibilities when dealing with players under investigation and the intersection between sporting contracts and legal accountability.- Ends
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