
The Digest:
In a significant development under "Legal Proceedings," former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault. Premier League giants Arsenal have released a statement acknowledging the charges and confirming his free agent status.
Key Points:
- Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape.
- He also faces one count of sexual assault.
- The charges relate to alleged incidents involving three women between 2021 and 2022.
- Arsenal stated that Partey's contract with the club ended on June 30.
- The club further stated they are "unable to comment on the case" due to ongoing legal proceedings.
- Partey is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, August 5.
- The charges follow a three-year investigation conducted by the Metropolitan Police.
Sources: Complete Sports