Thomas Partey’s Arsenal exit likely as European giants eye midfield free transfer
Thomas Partey is attracting interest from three European giants ahead of a potential free transfer move this summer.
Arsenal have yet to initiate any contract talks with Partey, who will turn 32 in the summer ahead of the start of the 2025/26 campaign.
There is a growing feeling within the player’s camp that Arsenal will not push to keep the Ghana international, who joined the club in a dramatic £45 million deadline day in 2020.
The Gunners are expected to refresh their midfield options this summer, with both Partey and Jorginho coming to the end of their contracts.
Both are set to leave, with the North London club pushing hard to wrap up a deal for Real Sociedad’s in-demand Spanish international Martín Zubimendi.
They are also battling to win the race for highly-rated Norwegian teenager Sverre Nypan, while German international Joshua Kimmich, who could be available on a free transfer, has also been linked in recent days,
With so much change expected at the Emirates this summer, departures are inevitable and Partey could be one of the most high profile, with strong interest from across Europe.
Barcelona are keen on the 31-year-old, as are Paris Saint Germain and long-term admirers Juventus.
It is understood that Partey favours a return to Spain at this point, with Barcelona the frontrunners for his signature should his time at Arsenal come to an end, although a final decision has yet to be taken.
There has been interest from Saudi Arabia in Partey, but his preference is to remain in Europe.
Jorginho, meanwhile, is expected to move to Brazilian giants Flamengo once the current season has come to an end.