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Arsenal has met the deadline for the signing of Thomas Partey from Atlético de Madrid.
Mikel Arteta has been desperate to reshape his midfield this summer and, after sanctioning the departures of Lucas Toerreira and Matteo Guendouzi, has finally landed the Ghana international.
Arsenal had designated Houssem Aouar as their No. 1 target, but they have been monitoring Partey’s situation for the past six months and, after failing to reach an agreement with Lyon for his talented midfield coach, turned their attention to the player. 27 years in the final. summer window days.
The seemingly cash-strapped north London club activated Partey’s £ 45m release clause on Monday and the action midfielder subsequently signed a four-year contract said to be worth £ 250,000 a week.
Atlético de Madrid topped the Gunners in the announcement by confirming on Twitter that Arsenal had bought the midfielder’s contract.
Despite losing Aouar, Arsenal have enjoyed a productive window with their defense significantly strengthened by the addition of Gabriel Magalhaes and the attack already benefits from the experience and talent of former Chelsea star Willian.
Cedric Soares and Pablo Mari also signed permanent deals after initially joining on loan in January, while Runar Alex Runarsson will provide backing for Bernd Leno following the departure of last season’s FA Cup hero Emiliano Martínez.
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