Thomas Partey is set to leave Arsenal on a free transfer this summer, with Barcelona emerging as his preferred destination.
The Ghanaian midfielder is eyeing a move to the Spanish giants, who are monitoring his situation as they look to strengthen their midfield options.
The former Atletico Madrid player has been a key figure for Arsenal since joining in 2020, making over 150 appearances.
His experience and technical ability in the Premier League could provide Barcelona with a much-needed physical presence in midfield.
According to Mundo Deportivo, however, Barcelona’s plans for Partey depend on other factors, such as Frenkie de Jong’s potential departure or the signing of a backup right-back, which might create the necessary space for Partey.
De Jong’s contract expires at the end of the 2025/26 season, and negotiations for a renewal have stalled. This lack of progress has led Barcelona to lose confidence in securing De Jong’s long-term stay.
If no agreement is reached, the club is expected to prioritize selling him this summer and turning their attention to Partey as a potential replacement.
The 31-year-old has made 29 Premier League appearances for Arsenal this season, registering three goals and two assists.
He is just one goal away from surpassing his best goal-scoring tally in the competition.
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