Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has denied denied raping two women and sexually assaulting a third woman at an appearance at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday. The 32-year-old pleaded not guilty to five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault after being charged in July. Partey has been granted bail and a trial date of November 2, 2026 has now been set.
Villarreal boss Marcelino insists Thomas Partey is 'mentally prepared' to face Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on Tuesday, just 24 hours before the midfielder appears in court over multiple rape charges. The former Arsenal star denies all allegations but will line up against his old rivals in north London before attending his plea hearing at Southwark Crown Court.
Thomas Partey is due to appear in court on charges of rape the day before new club Villarreal's Champions League clash with Tottenham.
Villarreal president Fernando Roig has defended Thomas Partey after he was booed by supporters on his debut for the club against Aston Villa.
Villarreal have completed the signing of Thomas Partey following his exit from Arsenal and being charged with rape.
Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been granted bail after appearing in Westminster Magistrates' Court on charges of rape and sexual assault.
The president of a Villarreal supporters' club has criticised the Spanish team's pursuit of former Arsenal star Thomas Partey.
Thomas Partey is reportedly set to join Villarreal on a free transfer following his exit from Arsenal.
Arsenal approved the inclusion of Thomas Partey in the Premier League's official trading cards set, despite the midfielder being accused of rape.
