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Partey undergoes medical ahead of Al Shabab move in Saudi Arabia

The Ghana international is expected to sign a one-year contract with the Riyadh-based club as a free agent.

Partey undergoes medical ahead of Al Shabab move in Saudi Arabia

Thomas Partey, the former Arsenal midfielder, has completed a medical examination in Saudi Arabia as he moves closer to joining Al Shabab in the Saudi Pro League. The Ghanaian footballer is anticipated to ink a one-year deal with the Riyadh-based club as a free agent. Partey attended a medical evaluation at a hospital in Riyadh after his arrival in the country.

The club is currently processing the final paperwork and administrative tasks to finalize the proposed transfer. The 33-year-old midfielder is seeking to embark on a fresh chapter in his career following his departure from Villarreal. Partey has previously played for Atletico Madrid before joining Arsenal, where he made a significant impact in the Gunners’ midfield for several seasons.

Subsequently, he left the London club and continued his professional journey in Spain with Villarreal. Partey represented his national team, the Black Stars, at the World Cup, where they advanced to the knockout stages for the first time since 2010.

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