Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku says the association remains in close contact with Thomas Partey and continues to support the midfielder during his ongoing legal situation.
Partey has been charged with additional counts of rape, bringing the total allegations to offences involving four women. He has denied all the charges through his lawyer and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 13 March, with trial scheduled for 2 November.
"Thomas Partey is our deputy captain and a key member of the Black Stars. The GFA will never sleep over any situation with a player like Partey. We’re in constant contact with Partey, and he’s in a good frame of mind despite what we read online. He has a strong mindset, and he’s preparing to represent Ghana at the World Cup," Okraku said in an interview with Asaase Radio.
Okraku further stressed the FA’s backing for the 32-year-old.
"Thomas Partey knows our position. We stand shoulder to shoulder with him during these challenging times. I’m very positive that despite all the happenings, Partey will show up for the World Cup," he added.
The alleged offences are reported to have taken place between 2020 and 2022 and were investigated by the Metropolitan Police following an initial complaint received in February 2022. Partey was granted conditional bail after previously entering not guilty pleas to earlier charges.
Since leaving Arsenal at the end of his contract last year, the Ghana international has continued his career in Spain, joining Villarreal on a one-year deal.
The case remains ongoing, with legal proceedings expected to continue later this year.
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