Ex-Arsenal star Thomas Partey charged with multiple counts of  rape

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault by the UK’s Metropolitan Police.

The charges involve three women and relate to alleged incidents that took place between 2021 and 2022. Two rape charges concern one woman, three relate to another, while the sexual assault charge involves a third. Police said Partey, 32, is expected to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, August 5.

The charges follow an investigation launched in February 2022 after the first report of rape was filed. Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy stated: “Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward.” Partey, who recently left Arsenal after his contract expired, has denied all allegations.

ALSO READ: Court remands man, 34, for allegedly raping 3 sisters, 1 other

His lawyer said the Ghanaian international has cooperated fully with the police and Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) during the three-year investigation and looks forward to clearing his name.

Due to the ongoing legal process, he will not be making further public comments. Partey joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020 and made 130 appearances during his time in North London, despite struggling with injuries.

He also scored four goals last season and remains a key figure in Ghana’s national team. Following his Arsenal exit, Partey has drawn interest from top European clubs including Juventus, Barcelona, and Fenerbahce. The Met Police urges anyone with information about the case, or who has been affected, to come forward.