Atletico Madrid cannot afford to hand Thomas Partey a new contract this summer, coming as a major boost to potential suitors Arsenal. The Gunners have reportedly identified Partey, 27, as a top transfer target in the summer window. It is believed they have already seen a player-plus-cash deal rejected by Atletico, with Mikel Arteta prepared to let outcast Matteo Guendouzi head in the opposite direction. The Spanish outfit are instead demanding that Partey’s £44million release clause is met, but Arsenal are lacking the funds to pay it outright. Diego Simeone is desperate to keep the midfielder and wants him to commit his future to the club by signing a new contract. Arsenal are eyeing up...
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