This summer, Barcelona completed the signings of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor for the first team, but the Blaugrana did not sign anyone in midfield, as Hansi Flick was more than satisfied with the emergence of youngsters Marc Bernal and Marc Casado and was waiting for the recovery of the injured Gavi and De Jong.
Bernal’s serious knee injury is a major setback for Flick’s plans and in England they confirm that Barcelona will try to sign a midfielder to strengthen the squad next season at no cost.
According to information from the Catalan newspaper “Sport”, Barcelona will be one of the teams interested in Thomas Partey (31 years old), the Ghanaian international whose contract with Arsenal expires in 2025.
Thomas Partey is a key player this season for Arsenal, having scored a goal in the three full matches he has played in the Premier League, but in England it is not clear that they will offer him a new contract given his age and playing ability.
Moreover, after the arrival of Mikel Merino, everything indicates that Declan Rice will play in an additional back position and this could make Thomas play a lesser role.
Thomas Partey’s option could be suitable for Barcelona, given his experience in La Liga and in European competitions, but the information mentioned above indicates that the Blaugrana are not the only ones who would follow in the footsteps of the Ghanaian as a reinforcement without cost.
Juventus would welcome a three-year contract offer for Thomas, while Atletico Madrid would also be on the agenda to bring him back. Saudi clubs Al Hilal and Al Ahli would also be contenders in trying to land Thomas and could offer him a tempting salary.