Thomas Partey's dad confirms Arsenal interest in Atletico midfielder

Thomas Partey's dad confirms Arsenal interest in Atletico midfielder

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"I called my son after hearing the rumours and he told me they are true"

Arsenal's interest in Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey is real, the player's father has confirmed, with the two clubs in talks over a deal. 

Thomas has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent months and his dad, Jacob, has now revealed there is some truth to the speculation. 

"I called my son after hearing the rumours and he told me that the rumours are true,” he told Tru FM’s ‘Sports World Show’.

“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 of 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.”

Thomas, 26, has a contract with Atletico until 2023 and his release clause is €50 million, which is affordable for most of the big Premier League sides. 

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