Thomas Partey’s time at Arsenal is coming to an end, with the club now preparing for life without the Ghanaian international.
The 32-year-old is expected to leave the Emirates within days, after failing to reach an agreement on a contract extension.
Partey is set to become a free agent this summer, bringing an end to his four-year stay in North London.
His exit had been widely anticipated following a season disrupted by injury and limited game time under Mikel Arteta. Confirmation of Arsenal’s midfield rebuild arrived this week, with the club submitting a £9.3 million bid for Brentford captain Christian Norgaard—a move that effectively seals Partey’s departure.
Partey joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020 for £45 million and was initially seen as a key piece in Arteta’s midfield. But a series of injuries and inconsistent form curtailed his impact.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano confirmed on Wednesday that Partey is now preparing to leave North London, amid interest from clubs across Europe and the Middle East.
His departure leaves Arsenal needing further reinforcements in central midfield, especially with fellow veteran Jorginho also expected to move on.
Partey’s time at the Emirates will be remembered as a mixture of promise and frustration. At his best, he brought balance and composure to Arsenal’s midfield. But injuries and changing tactical demands meant he never fully settled into the role envisioned for him.
