Thomas Partey arrives in Riyadh to complete Al Shabab move
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is on the verge of joining Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab after arriving in Riyadh to complete his move. The 33-year-old is expected to undergo a mandatory medical examination before signing a one-year contract with the club. Partey is set to join Al Shabab as a free agent following the […]
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey is set to join Saudi Pro League club Al Shabab, with the transfer imminent after arriving in Riyadh. The 33-year-old is expected to complete a medical exam before signing a one-year deal with the Saudi Arabian side. Partey's move comes as a free agent after his contract with Spanish club Villarreal expired at the end of the 2025/26 season.
Prior to Villarreal, Partey played for Atletico Madrid and Arsenal. At Arsenal, he made 130 appearances and scored nine goals before exiting the North London club in 2025. Villarreal was his first-ever club, where he made 25 appearances over a single season. Partey continues to be a key player for the Ghana national team, having represented them at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
He participated in three matches during Ghana's Round of 32 exit. A transfer to Al Shabab will enable Partey to continue playing competitive football while Ghana prepares for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, which starts in September. The Black Stars were absent from the last AFCON tournament and are aiming to secure qualification for the next edition.
As a seasoned midfielder with experience and leadership qualities, Partey is expected to provide valuable support to the Ghanaian team.
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