La Liga heavyweights Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Thomas Partey amid uncertainties surrounding the long-term future of Frenkie de Jong.
According to a report by Mundo Deportivo, Thomas Partey is the subject of interest from FC Barcelona. The Catalan giants are scouring the market for a midfielder heading into the 2025 summer transfer window and have set their sights on the Arsenal mainstay. They will pursue the signature of the Ghanaian international if Frenkie de Jong leaves next year.
Thomas Partey and his Arsenal journey
Thomas Partey has been a dependable performer since joining Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in a deal worth €50 million in August 2020. While the African midfielder has struggled with a few fitness issues, his performance levels have remained high, making him a pivotal figure for the North London outfit.
The 31-year-old has turned out nearly 150 times thus far for Arsenal while chipping in with seven goals and six assists. However, Partey faces an uncertain future at the North London club after entering the final seven months of his contract. So, the veteran midfielder can speak to foreign clubs regarding a pre-contract agreement.
Partey’s uncertain future has forced Arsenal to scour the market for a long-term replacement. Meanwhile, the Ghanaian international has piqued the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe, with Barcelona among his prospective suitors next year.
La Liga return on the horizon?
Barcelona’s interest in Thomas Partey is understandable. The Catalan giants are scouring the market for a midfielder heading into the 2025 summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding the long-term future of Frenkie de Jong. With recent reports linking the Dutch midfielder with a move away from the club, Barcelona can do with a replacement.
While Partey will not be a long-term replacement for Frenkie de Jong, he can be a cost-effective option for Barcelona. The former Atletico Madrid midfielder’s contract situation at Arsenal means Barcelona can land him in a Bosman move in the 2025 summer transfer window. In addition, he has extensive experience in La Liga with Los Rojiblancos.
However, a winter move will not see the light of day, while Arsenal will look to tie the Ghanaian international to a new contract. So, it will be interesting to see if the North London outfit can keep hold of the 31-year-old midfielder amid his links with Barcelona.
