Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted at the possible departure of Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey at the end of the season.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Arteta acknowledged that Arsenal are planning for the future as some players’ contracts are set to expire.
When asked about a potential move for Spanish midfielder Martín Zubimendi, Arteta emphasized the need to be prepared for squad changes.
“We have some situations with contracts expiring. We have to be prepared,” he said, as quoted by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
His comments suggest that Arsenal may not extend Partey’s contract, which would mark the end of the Ghanaian’s five-year stay at the club.
Partey joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020 after the Gunners activated his £45 million release clause.
EE/EK
