Arsenal want Thomas Partey, but the Premier League club have balked at his €50 million release clause. They are one of the most successful clubs in Spanish football, having won ten Championship titles and ten Copa del Rey titles. One or two midfielders could arrive before the end of the transfer market. That’s why Simeone needs signings and a striker, so he can balance the team. German club Hertha Berlin on a season-long loan. Answering Atlético Madrid’s three biggest questions before the 2020/21 season Question one — is the midfield deep enough? Whether Atlético can muster up the funds for a transfer remains to be seen, but Roca would be an incredible signing to either replace Partey long-term or play alongside him in Simeone’s preferred 4-4-2. Arsenal are reportedly listening to offers in the range of £20 million for Torreira. There are still two weeks in the transfer market and it would be a surprise if Espanyol can hold on to the player until then. Arsenal on Monday signed midfielder Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid … We didn't think at the beginning of the day they would get the midfielder they wanted, there was a lot of talk about Houssem Aouar in the last 48 hours, and then the one they were interested in from the very beginning, Thomas Partey, they knew they had to meet that £45m release clause, got triggered. I nearly fell off my chair with £45m, I don't think that's a lot of money at all for the quality of player. In recent weeks, Arsenal also moved for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar but after their offer was rejected they turned their attention back to the Atletico midfielder. Desde hace ya varios años, el Atlético de Madrid ha sido mi casa y una parte de esta familia siempre estará conmigo. He's not a midfielder that goes running all over the place, he's very disciplined and plays in a disciplined team and I think he will be a great signing. "They didn't have to deal with Atletico Madrid at all because how the release clause works is you go to La Liga's headquarters and put the money down. Thomas Partey is expected to join Arsenal on transfer deadline day. Partey signed a long-term deal at the Emirates after he completed his medical and paperwork just before Monday's 11pm deadline. Valencia midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia is still pushing to join Atletico Madrid. ‘He competes very well, he will give us a lot of strength there in the middle of the court, when he obviously picks up the pace of the game. Atlético are a midfielder, a left-back and a striker away from being a genuine threat to the big two. The Uruguay international sealed his loan move to Atletico on deadline day, while Arsenal signed Thomas Partey in a £45 million deal from the Spanish club. Celta Vigo 0-2 Atlético Madrid: Player Ratings. Instead, he remains in Espanyol’s squad as they fight for promotion after relegation from the Primera last season. Arsenal's top transfer target this summer is undoubtedly Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey. It comes after the Gunners confirmed they are ready to … Thomas Partey: Arsenal sign midfielder from Atletico Madrid after meeting £45m release clause. "Atletico Madrid is not just a club, it's a family. Thomas Partey is expected to join Arsenal on transfer deadline day. The North London club confirmed the signing of the Ghanaian on a four-year contract on their Twitter handle, putting an end to a long-drawn transfer saga. “We’re very impressed with his attitude and his approach to the game. The club have resorted to signing players for free, or on season-long loans. He brings a lot of experience from a top club that has competed at the highest level in La Liga and the Champions League for several years. @Thomaspartey22#NoThomasNoPartey pic.twitter.com/009Er2kZBK. Héctor Herrera is another option, although he hasn’t made an impact in Madrid and could leave this summer. The Mexico captain should get chances to succeed if Atlético do not bring in a Thomas Partey replacement. Nationality column refers to the country (countries) represented internationally by the player, if any. ”. It leaves their squads in an unbalanced state. The 21-year-old has played 82 times for the club in all competitions, scoring once and making five assists since his debut in August 2018. "It doesn't look like there was a deal sheet required for this, we've been told he will wear the No 18 shirt, Thomas Partey, he's joined on a long-term contract.". This year in LaLiga, it might be more about being less-bad than the rest as opposed to being brilliant in order to win. “We have been watching Thomas for a while, so we’re now delighted to add such a high-quality player to our squad,” Arsenal coach, Mikel Arteta, told the club’s website. Mikel Arteta accused of 'disrespecting' Arsenal star by Man Utd hero Andy Cole, Confused by 5G? Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta sees Thomas Partey as the final piece of the puzzle, which he requires to assemble his squad. The Gunners also agreed permanent deals for defenders Cedric Soares and Pablo Mari, who had been on loan at the club, extended the loan deal for Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid for a second year, and signed goalkeeper Alex Runarsson from Ligue 1 club Dijon on a four-year deal. Suárez and Carrasco sealed all three points for Atlético with Bayern looming. Arsenal on Monday signed midfielder Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid … I'm not sure it was cash, I think it may have been just a cheque! He will wear the No 18 shirt and will join up with his new team-mates next week after he returns from international duty with Ghana. Arteta,has strengthened both attack and defense this summer, but Arsenal are short on a quality, aggressive and tenacious midfielder. : Deadline Day reaction, signed Willian on a free transfer from Chelsea, permanent deals for defenders Cedric Soares and Pablo Mari. Last season, he was moved around too often to ever really find his groove. Lucas Torreira has moved in the opposite direction to Atletico Madrid in a loan deal until the end of the season and Matteo Guendouzi has signed for a German club Hertha Berlin on a season-long loan. He will wear the number 18 shirt at Arsenal and is expected to join his teammates after the international break with Ghana for which he has 29  appearances. Atlético, so far, have held on to the players they need to hold on to and reinforcements could be on their way.