The Gunners were connected with a move to point to Partey for the maximum movement window of the summer of 2020, but Arsenal gave the impression of being in a s certainty with Atletico Madrid about the defensive midfielder’s movement rate.
Arsenal were thought to be interested in some of their marginal players, but the Gunners spent a lot of cash on Atletico Madrid star to reinforce Mikel Arteta’s midfield for the remainder of the 2020–21 Premier League season.
The Gunners, however, activated Party’s forty-five million pound contract release clause and on Monday to secure a forty-five million pound deal on the line on the day of the move-in deadline.
Arteta was very happy to have obtained the signing of Partey from Atletico Madrid after having been a while pending by the midfielder of Atlético.
“We’ve been watching Thomas for some time, so we’re very happy to bring a player like that up to our team,” Arteta said on Arsenal’s website.
“He’s a dynamic midfielder with wonderful energy. It brings a lot of joy to a more sensible club that has competed at the point in La Liga and the Champions League for several years.
“We are very inspired by your attitude and yours towards the game. He’s a smart footballer and we’re looking forward to him integrating into our formula and contributing to the progress we’re building at the club right now. “
Arsenal have recruited seven players in the 2020 summer window, incorporating Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes, Chelsea FC Willian winger, Flamengo defender Pablo Mari, Southampton side Cedric Soares and Dijon goalkeeper Alex Runarsson.
The Gunners have also signed a transfer of Dani Ceballos through Real Madrid per season.
Arsenal controlled to finish the arguable French midfielder Matteo Gufinishouzi on a one-season loan to Hertha BSC, and also allowed Lucas Torreira to sign for Atletico Madrid until the end of the season.
Arteta won 2–1 against Sheffield United in the Emirates in the Premier League this weekend following goals from Bukayo Saka and Nicolas Pepe.
Arsenal will arrive in Manchester City at Etihad on Saturday 17 October.
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