Thomas Partey’s representative denies Arsenal talks after his dad claimed Atletico Madrid star was negotiating transfer
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THOMAS PARTEY'S representatives have denied speculation that their client is in talks over a summer move to Arsenal.
Boss wants the powerful Ghanaian to marshal his midfield next season as he plots a squad transformation.
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Partey was sensational over two legs as Atletico stunned Liverpool by knocking them out of the Champions League.
But when asked to comment on whether the comments over a move are true, JJ Sports, Partey's representatives, : "It's totally untrue."
It was claimed that Arteta was even willing to flog striker Alexandre Lacazette in a bid to match his £45million release clause and land Partey.
The player's dad, Jacob, told a radio station how talks between his son and Arsenal were ongoing - but that Atleti are determined to hold onto him.
Reported by Ghana web, he said: "I called my son after hearing the rumours and he told me that the rumours are true.
"He told me they are holding talks between him and Arsenal. It all depends on the offer Atletico are demanding.
"If he goes to Arsenal fine, they have a lot supporters in Ghana.
"I will be happy if he decides to move to Arsenal. What they are discussing now is how Atletico will release him."
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He still has three years remaining on his contract with the club poised to tie him down to a new package.
Having emerged through their youth ranks, the LaLiga giants are looking to reward him rise with a pay rise.
And they hope that can help secure his services until 2025 - with a much larger release clause figure inserted into his deal.
