Arsenal Eyes Onana as Partey's Departure Looms

Arsenal has initiated talks regarding the potential transfer of

midfielder Amadou Onana as uncertainty grows around the future of Thomas Partey, according to reports. Partey, the Ghanaian international who arrived at Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020, is purportedly set to depart the Emirates this summer. Despite his pivotal role in Arsenal's midfield, injuries and inconsistent performances have marked his tenure.

Onana, who played a notable role for Everton during a challenging season, is among the candidates being considered as Partey's replacement, as reported by the Liverpool Echo. Everton, facing financial constraints due to their precarious position under financial fair play regulations, may need to offload the Belgian international at a reduced fee.

During the previous season, Onana made 37 appearances for Everton across all competitions, scoring twice and making significant contributions to their defensive efforts. Everton notably had one of the Premier League's best defensive records in 2023-24, conceding just 51 goals.

Looking forward, Onana's future could be influenced by his performances in Euro 2024, where he aims to help Belgium succeed. Meanwhile, Partey, who has one year remaining on his contract, might see his tenure at Arsenal cut short or be transferred for a nominal fee to create space in the squad.

Arsenal's pursuit of Onana reflects their strategy to reinforce the squad ahead of the 2024-25 Premier League season, signaling their intent to challenge Manchester City.