Barcelona’s hopes of signing Thomas Partey from Arsenal have been dashed, with the midfielder seemingly uninterested in a return to Spain next year.
Thomas Partey, set to become a free agent in 2025, is poised to leave Arsenal, but a return to Spain, specifically Barcelona, is highly unlikely, according to transfer insiders.
Thomas Partey gained recognition during his five-year tenure with Atletico Madrid under Diego Simeone, before joining Arsenal in late 2020.
Partey quickly cemented his place in Arsenal’s starting lineup, becoming a vital cog in the team’s machinery.
His impressive performances made him a standout player in the 2022/23 season, as Arsenal pushed Manchester City to the wire in the title race.
Despite missing significant time due to a hamstring injury last season, Partey has maintained his importance to Arsenal, starting in all three of their opening Premier League matches this season.
Although Partey is still an important player for Arsenal, his contract situation raises questions about his future.
With only 10 months left on his current deal and the signing of Mikel Merino, it seems unlikely that the club will prioritize renewing Partey’s contract.