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Thomas Partey set for another U-turn?! Arsenal star in shock talks over free transfer exit despite Gunners' desire to tie midfielder to new contract

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<p>According to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-thomas-partey-future-barcelona-35319545" target="_blank"><em>The Mirror</em></a>, Barcelona have shown interest in signing Partey, whose contract at Arsenal expires this summer. Hansi Flick is known to be an admirer of the Ghanaian midfielder and is considering signing him for free. </p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The Telegraph had earlier reported that Partey is considering signing a new Gunners contract as he expressed his desire to stay back in North London. However, after holding transfer talks with the Blaugrana bosses, the player could change his mind. Other than the Catalan giants, Atletico Madrid are keen on re-signing the 31-year-old.</p>

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<p>A source close to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/35208158/barcelona-in-talks-for-thomas-partey/" target="_blank"><em>The Sun</em></a> told the publication: "Thomas respects Arsenal massively and loves living in London, but he also knows his worth and wants a deal that reflects his standing at the club."</p>

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<p>Mikel Arteta's side will reassemble in late July and are scheduled to <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/arsenal-pre-season-2025-tour-fixtures-results-tickets-watch/blta94b446e92c8cc1d#cs632a6b94d28527c7" target="_blank">travel to Singapore and Hong Kong for their pre-season trainin</a>g.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

Thomas Partey set for another U-turn?! Arsenal star in shock talks over free transfer exit despite Gunners' desire to tie midfielder to new contract | Goal.com

Barcelona have held talks with Thomas Partey over a possible transfer despite Arsenal&apos;s desire to tie him down to a new deal.

Thomas Partey set for another U-turn?! Arsenal star in shock talks over free transfer exit despite Gunners&apos; desire to tie midfielder to new contract

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