Premier League club Arsenal have opened negotiations with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey over a potential contract extension, as the club seeks to retain the 31-year-old beyond the expiry of his current deal this summer.
Partey’s contract is set to run out at the end of the 2024 season, making him eligible to leave as a free agent.
For much of the campaign, it appeared likely that he would depart the Emirates Stadium.
However, a resurgence in form and increased involvement under manager Mikel Arteta has prompted Arsenal to reconsider, with both Arteta and the club’s hierarchy now eager to secure his continued presence, per The Athletic.
The experienced midfielder, who joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020, has been a key figure in the club’s recent development, despite being hampered by recurring injuries.
When fit, Partey has brought stability and tactical intelligence to Arsenal’s midfield, attributes that Arteta values highly as the club competes at the highest level.
Partey is understood to be content at Arsenal, and sources indicate his family has settled well in London.
He is reportedly open to remaining at the club under either a new two-year contract or a one-year deal with an option to extend for a further 12 months.
Talks are ongoing, and while both parties appear optimistic, Partey is also expected to explore other opportunities should an agreement not be reached.
His experience and pedigree in both the Premier League and European competitions could attract interest from clubs elsewhere in Europe and the Middle East.
Arsenal’s push to keep Partey comes at a crucial point in their campaign, with the club preparing for a UEFA Champions League semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain.
Partey will miss the first leg due to injury but is expected to return in time for the second leg on May 7, offering Arteta a potential boost in midfield for the decisive fixture.
