Ghanaian International and Villarreal midfielder Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault involving three women. The 32-year-old Ghanaian international appeared at Southwark Crown Court in London on Wednesday, confirming his name and date of birth before entering his plea.
Partey faces five counts of rape relating to two women, and a charge of sexual assault against a third woman. These allegations date back to his time at Arsenal between April 2021 and June 2022.
The footballer was granted bail ahead of his trial, scheduled to begin on November 2, 2026, which is expected to last between six and eight weeks.
Currently playing for Spanish side Villarreal, Partey was already in England as his team played against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on Tuesday.
His bail conditions allow him to continue playing but require him to notify the police of any international travel at least 24 hours in advance and prohibit him from contacting the complainants
