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What’s been alleged against Thomas Partey?

• Former Arsenal and Atlético Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey (aged 32) has been formally charged by the Metropolitan Police and Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, arising from allegations made by three women. Two of the rape charges are related to one complainant, three to another, and the sexual assault count to a third. 

• These alleged incidents date back to between 2021 and 2022, according to the CPS and Metropolitan Police. 

• The investigation began in February 2022 after the Metropolitan Police received the first report. Partey was arrested in July 2022, though at the time his identity was not disclosed publicly. 

Legal timeline

• February 2022: First rape complaint filed; investigation begins. 

• July 2022: Partey arrested; identity kept secret. He continued playing for Arsenal during the ongoing probe. 

• 30 June 2025: His contract with Arsenal expired; he became a free agent. 

• 4 July 2025: CPS publicly announce charges.

• 5 August 2025: Partey is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court to face charges. 

Statements and responses

• Partey’s legal team, led by Jenny Wiltshire of Hickman and Rose, confirm that he denies all charges, has fully co-operated during the three-year investigation, and is keen to clear his name. 

• Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy of the Metropolitan Police emphasised support for the women who came forward and invited anyone with relevant information to contact the authorities. 

• CPS prosecutors, including Jaswant Narwal, confirmed the charges were authorised after a “careful review of evidence”, stressing the importance of the defendant’s right to a fair trial. 

• Arsenal football club stated they provided input when the investigation began and now cannot comment further due to ongoing legal proceedings. 

Context & public reaction

• Partey joined Arsenal in October 2020 for approximately £45 million/€50 million from Atlético Madrid, making around 130 first-team appearances over five seasons. 

• During the investigation, he continued to play in 56 matches while on bail, sparking public concern and prompting over 8,000 fan petition signatures demanding that clubs rethought policies on players under investigation for sexual offences. 

• Comparisons have been drawn between Arsenal’s approach and Manchester City’s swift suspension of Benjamin Mendy after rape charges, although Mendy was later acquitted. 

What happens next?

1. August 5, 2025: Partey is expected to attend a First Appearance at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. 

2. Trial proceedings follow, during which the CPS must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

3. Under UK law, ongoing trials are subject to strict reporting restrictions to protect the fairness of the proceedings and the identities of any complainants. 

Summary

• Charges: 5 counts of rape + 1 count of sexual assault involving three women (2021–2022).

• Partey denies all allegations and insists on his innocence.

• Upcoming court appearance on 5 August 2025.

• High public scrutiny on club policies, press ethics, and support systems for complainants.

Attached is a News article regarding Thomas Partey charged with rape on five counts 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c39zr7y9ep3o.amp

Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley