Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has firmly denied all charges brought against him and says he is determined to clear his name, according to a statement from his lawyer, Jenny Wiltshire.
Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, the Crown Prosecution Service confirmed on Friday, July 4, 2025.
The alleged offences involve three women and are said to have taken place between 2021 and 2022.
Addressing the allegations, Wiltshire revealed Partey has fully cooperated with the police and prosecutors for three years, firmly denies all the charges, and is confident that going to court will finally give him the chance to prove his innocence and clear his name.
“He has fully cooperated with the police and CPS throughout their three-year investigation. Thomas Partey denies all the charges against him. He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name,” the statement read.
The Ghanaian star, who turns 32 this year, has officially departed the Emirates after five years in North London, during which he made 167 appearances for the Gunners since his 2020 move from Atletico Madrid.
Partey featured in 52 matches across all competitions during the 2024/25 season, proving his value to Mikel Arteta’s squad despite an injury-hit spell during his time at the club.
Although Arsenal held talks with Partey over a possible extension, both sides failed to agree on new terms, paving the way for his exit.
