Villarreal secures signing of Partey, who is currently out on bail for alleged rape accusations.
Thomas Partey, the Ghanaian midfielder who played 167 games for Arsenal and has made 51 appearances for Ghana, has been charged with six counts of sexual offences. The alleged offences took place between 2021 and 2022, during his tenure at Arsenal.
Partey, 32, appeared in court on five counts of rape against two women and one count of sexual assault against a third woman. He was granted conditional bail on August 5, with strict conditions including no contact with the alleged victims, notification of any address or travel changes, and is due to appear again in court on September 2, 2025, at London's Old Bailey.
Partey, who strongly denies all the accusations made against him, joined Arsenal for £45 million ($60 million) from Atletico Madrid in October 2020. He made his debut for the club that same month and scored four goals last season, making 52 appearances. His last appearance for Arsenal was not specified in the provided text.
Arsenal acknowledged the situation briefly but declined further comment, citing the ongoing legal proceedings. The allegations have sparked public debate about consent, due process, and the scrutiny faced by public figures, with strong emphasis on the principle of presumption of innocence while the investigation continues.
Following the charges, Partey reportedly moved to Spanish club Villarreal. The magistrate noted that he is no longer employed in the UK but playing in Spain. Villarreal, his new club, respects the "fundamental principle of the presumption of innocence."
In his career, Partey has played a total of 218 games, scoring a total of 13 goals. He scored nine times for Arsenal and the rest for Ghana. His total appearances for Arsenal amounted to 167 games.
The club awaits the judiciary's decision to clarify the facts alleged against Partey. The alleged offences have cast a shadow over the midfielder's career, but he remains innocent until proven guilty in the eyes of the law.
- Despite the ongoing legal proceedings related to sexual offence charges, the general news continues to cover the ongoing situation regarding Thomas Partey, a Ghanaian midfielder who has played for both Arsenal and Villarreal.
- Amidst the crime-and-justice debates surrounding Thomas Partey's case, sports enthusiasts are closely following his career progression and his move from Arsenal to Villarreal, with the club respecting the principle of presumption of innocence.
