Representatives from the Public Investment Fund have reportedly contacted Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey over a move to the Saudi Pro League.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Thomas Partey is the subject of interest from the Public Investment Fund over a possible move in the summer transfer window. The big-spending group will look to take the 31-year-old Arsenal midfielder to the Saudi Pro League ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Thomas Partey and how he transformed Arsenal
Thomas Partey has been a dependable performer since joining Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in a deal worth €50 million in October 2020. The Ghanaian international was one of the first signings in the Mikel Arteta that helped transform the North London club from a struggling team to a potential contender for the Premier League title.
While fitness issues have played spoilsport in the last two seasons, Partey has maintained high performance levels whenever he has been fit and available to represent Arsenal. However, the 31-year-old managed only 883 minutes of game time across 16 appearances in all competitions in the 2023/24 season.
Partey’s quality is undeniable, but his availability issues are forcing Arsenal to scour the market for a replacement. So, several candidates, including Douglas Luiz, have emerged on the North London club’s radar as potential options to replace Partey in the midfield department at the Emirates.
As for Thomas Partey, the Gunners are reportedly ready to cash in on him in the summer transfer window, with a few reports revealing the price tag. Meanwhile, the experienced midfielder does not have a shortage of suitors, with Saudi Pro League outfits and Serie A clubs pursuing him.
Latest big name to move to Saudi Arabia?
The latest report has revealed representatives from PIF have contacted Partey regarding a possible summer move to the Saudi Pro League. While it is unclear which club they will assign him to, the Ghanaian international will be eligible to represent Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Ahli.
With PIF ready to make Partey the latest high-profile player to move to the Saudi Pro League, it will be interesting to see how talks between the two parties progress. The big-spending Middle Eastern giants should not have any qualms about meeting Arsenal’s asking price.
