As the summer transfer window heats up, Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has dropped a subtle but hopeful hint regarding his future at the Emirates Stadium — and fans might have reason to stay optimistic.

With just weeks left on his current contract, Partey, 31, told TV3 Ghana that he would love to stay in North London but admitted that the final call isn’t entirely his to make.

“I think the first thing is where are you happy? Where do you feel at home? And then what is your next objective and what do you want to achieve next?”
“I can’t decide anything, it’s up to my agent and the club. Me, I just want to enjoy football.”

⚽ Arteta Wants Partey to Stay

Despite ongoing speculation, Mikel Arteta has publicly voiced his desire to keep the Ghanaian international at the club. Partey, when fit, has been instrumental in anchoring the midfield and offering a calm, experienced presence — something not easily replaced.

But as Arsenal eyes Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad to potentially reinforce or reshape the midfield following Jorginho’s departure, the question becomes: Can the Gunners keep both experience and youth?

💭 Opinion: Partey Still Has a Lot to Offer

In a squad full of rising stars and technical brilliance, Partey remains one of Arsenal’s most balanced midfielders — capable of breaking up play, dictating tempo, and shielding the backline. Injuries may have slowed his consistency, but when fully fit, he’s still world-class.

Letting him go now could backfire, especially with Champions League football back on the table for Arsenal.

Yes, the club must evolve. Yes, age is a factor. But a title-chasing team needs depth, leadership, and experience, not just flair and youth.

🧩 The Bigger Picture

If Partey stays, he adds depth behind Declan Rice and Zubimendi (if signed). If he leaves, Arsenal will need more than just one new name to ensure the midfield doesn’t lose its spine — especially across all competitions.

At the end of the day, Partey’s words echo a sentiment many professionals share:

“When you are young, you can just go anywhere… now, you think about where your family will be happy.”

It’s more than football. It’s life. And for Partey, London might still be home — if the club and his agent see eye to eye.

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