The Ghanaian international has been charged with multiple serious sexual offences involving three women, with a court appearance set for August.
Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, offences alleged to have involved three women between 2021 and 2022.
London’s Metropolitan Police confirmed the charges in a statement released on Thursday, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the Ghanaian midfielder who once commanded a £45 million transfer fee.
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Partey, 32, was initially arrested in July 2022, though he was not publicly identified at the time and continued playing for Arsenal while detectives investigated the claims.
Now, with his contract having expired on Monday, the former Premier League star is a free agent preparing to stand trial.
"The charges follow an investigation by detectives, which commenced in February 2022 after police first received a report of rape," a Met Police spokesperson stated as per Sky News. The allegations span a critical two-year period during which Partey remained a key figure in Arsenal’s midfield.
Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, who leads the Central North Public Protection team, underlined the force’s focus on supporting those who came forward.
“Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward,” Furphy said, highlighting the seriousness with which the allegations are being treated.
Five Counts of Rape Could Lead to Lengthy Prison Sentence
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According to the official breakdown, two counts of rape relate to one woman, while three counts relate to a second woman. The single count of sexual assault involves a third woman. All incidents reportedly occurred in London over the course of 2021 and 2022.
Legal experts have suggested that if convicted on all counts, Partey could face a lengthy custodial sentence. Under UK law, rape carries a maximum life sentence, though actual sentences depend on factors such as the severity of the assaults, the harm caused to victims, and whether the defendant pleads guilty.
Partey is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 5, where he will be formally charged and enter his plea. The court hearing is expected to draw significant media attention given Partey’s profile as a Premier League footballer and Ghana international.
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The midfielder’s professional career, which included five seasons at Arsenal after his high-profile move from Atletico Madrid in 2020, has now been overshadowed by these grave accusations. Partey’s representatives have yet to issue a statement in response to the charges.
Police Appeal for Information Amid Investigation
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Police have also issued an appeal to the public for any information that may be relevant to the case or for anyone else who may have been impacted to come forward.
"Anyone who has information about the case, or has been impacted by it, is being asked to contact the Met Police," the force said in its statement. Investigators say all reports will be handled sensitively and confidentially.
Partey, who earned over 40 caps for Ghana and played a central role in Arsenal’s recent campaigns, now faces the prospect of his legacy being defined by the outcome of the criminal proceedings.