Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted at the possibility of a contract extension for Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey, indicating that discussions are ongoing as the club looks to shape its future squad.
The 31-year-old’s current contract with the Gunners is set to expire at the end of the season, and the club has yet to officially offer him an extension. This uncertainty has drawn interest from several top clubs, including Atlético Madrid and Barcelona.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of Arsenal’s game against Ipswich, Arteta confirmed that negotiations are progressing to secure Partey’s services for the future.
“There’s progress with all the players. I’ll leave that to Andrea [Berta] to decide and discuss. The intention is very clear. I’ll leave it to Andrea and the club to take the necessary steps forward,” he stated.
Partey recently played a key role in Arsenal’s victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
His exceptional performances across both legs earned widespread praise. However, he is set to miss the first leg of the semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain after receiving a late booking in the second leg.
