Ghana midfielder, Thomas Partey is set to reject Arsenal offer this summer on their unlikely bid to qualify for the Champions League, according to reports.
The 26-year-old has been strongly linked to the Gunners this summer.
Partey after has become a kingpin for Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid despite difficulties in their La Liga campaign.
He came in for particular praise for his performances across both legs of the Champions League last-16 tie against Liverpool, which the Spanish side won 4-2 on aggregate.
However, Partey’s father in an interview with Tru FM revealed that Atletico Madrid are locked in negotiations with the Gunners over a fee.
I called my son after hearing the rumours and he told me that the rumours are true.
“He told me they are holding talks between him and Arsenal. It all depends on the offer Atletico are demanding.
“If he goes to Arsenal fine, they have a lot supporters in Ghana.
“I will be happy if he decides to move to Arsenal. What they are discussing now is how Atletico will release him.”
However, Partey’s representatives denied talks are ongoing and claimed the reports are “totally untrue”.
However, reports in the UK say that a deal could be done to bring Partey to the Emirates – but only if Arsenal get into the Champions League for the first time since the 2016/17 season.
Partey have a £43.5million release clause in his contract at the Wanda Metropolitano, which runs until 2023.
And as things stand, Arsenal simply would not be able to afford that – especially with the coronavirus crisis.
However, he has also been linked to Inter Milan and AS Roma with Manchester United also considering the services of the midfielder.
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