Accused rapist, ex-Arsenal footballer Partey has been released on bail
Thomas Partey Faces Serious Allegations Amidst Silence from Arsenal
Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, involving three women, with alleged incidents occurring between 2021 and 2022 while he was an Arsenal player.
The charges surfaced publicly after his departure from the club, with his contract expiring at the end of June 2025, shortly before the charges were formally brought in early August 2025. Arsenal has remained silent on the matter, with a spokesman stating that due to ongoing legal proceedings, the club is unable to comment.
Partey, who joined Arsenal for £45 million ($60 million) from Atletico Madrid in October 2020, was granted conditional bail and is due to appear at London's Old Bailey court on September 2, 2025. During the court appearance, he was not asked to enter any pleas.
The charges against Partey date back to February 2022, when British police first received a report of an allegation of rape. Under his bail conditions, Partey cannot contact any of the three women involved and must notify the police of any permanent changes of address or international travel.
A spokesperson for Arsenal Supporters Against Sexual Violence expressed profound disappointment in the club's handling of the Thomas Partey case. The group has demanded that Arsenal publish their sexual violence policies, suspend anyone under investigation for sexual offenses, and properly support survivors. Honor Barber, speaking outside court, stated that the group protested outside almost every home game last season due to the club's perceived silence on the issue.
Partey made 51 appearances for Ghana and played 167 games for Arsenal, scoring nine times. In the 2021-2022 season, he appeared 52 times for Arsenal, scoring four goals. Recent reports have linked Partey with a move to La Liga club Villarreal.
Partey's lawyer, Jenny Wiltshire, stated that he denies all the charges against him and welcomes the opportunity to clear his name. During the court proceedings, it was mentioned that Partey is no longer employed in the UK and is now playing in Spain.
It is unclear what Arsenal's policies on sexual violence are or how they address such allegations involving players. To understand Arsenal's sexual violence policies, one would likely need to consult official club statements or policies on player conduct and safeguarding, which are not covered in the current search results.
International news outlets are reporting the charges against former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey, who is facing six counts of rape and sexual assault, with incidents allegedly occurring between 2021 and 2022. The general-news coverage of this crime-and-justice case extends beyond sports, as the charges were brought after Partey's departure from Arsenal and his current involvement in football with La Liga club Villarreal.
