Odumodublvck, Nana Aba, KiDi And Other Arsenal Fans Campaign for Partey's Contract Renewal
- Ghanaian broadcaster Nana Aba Anamoah, Nigerian musician Odumodublvck and several other Arsenal fans and Ghanaians have petitioned the Arsenal Football Club
- Many of them are calling for the club to renew the midfield general's contract after he put up a phenomenal performance against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League
- Others were of a different view, claiming that the Black Stars captain has not been treated well by the club amid no signs of imminent contract negotiations
- Seasoned Ghanaian Sports journalist Bill Eshun addressed the issues surrounding Partey's contract renewal with his club, Arsenal
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After Arsenal's defensive midfielder Thomas Partey put up an incredible performance against the reigning champions of the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid, many fans and Ghanaians have taken to social media, calling for the club to renew his contract.
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Thomas Partey's contract renewal
The rumour mill has it that Thomas Partey, despite his pedigree and consistent performances for the North London Club since moving from Atletico Madrid, is not guaranteed a contract renewal. The Gunners have yet to offer him a new deal.
It's based on this background that popular Arsenal fans, particularly those from Ghana and West Africa, have petitioned the club.
After Arsenal's 3-0 win in the first leg of the UCL quarterfinals at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, fans called on the club to ensure the Ghana international stays put.
Seasoned Ghanaian media personality and broadcaster Nana Aba Anamoah, Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck, Ghanaian singer KiDi and several fans have taken to social media to hail Partey and to call on the club to ensure his contract is renewed in the summer.
"NO PARTEY NO ARSENAL. BEST PLAYER IN THE TEAM AND ITS NOT CLOSE. SENIOR," Odumodublvck wrote.
Nana Aba calls for Partey's contract renewal
Odumodublvck hails Partey
KiDi's view on Partey's performance
Reactions to petitions for Partey's contract renewal
While Nana Aba Anamoah and a few others took to social media to plead with Arsenal to renew Partey's contract, others expressed a different opinion.
Those not in favour of Partey's Arsenal contract renewal explained that he has not been treated well by the club.
For instance, they pointed out the club's failure to recognise the Black Stars' player's phenomenal performance in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie against Real Madrid and his instrumental role in helping Ghana during the recent international break.
Other Arsenal fans and Ghanaians could not contain their excitement and pride after watching the talented defensive midfielder put up an incredible performance against the reigning UEFA Champions League champions, Real Madrid.
Below are the reactions of social media users to the cry for Arsenal to renew Thomas Partey's contract, which expires in the summer of 2025:
@Gravitygunner14 said:
"We can’t afford to lose him!"
@ArsenalN7 said:
"Petition to keep Thomas Partey at Arsenal for another few years! Sensational footballer 💎."
@ezege_ed said:
"Partey always keeps the party running for Gunners."
@Johncypa said:
"I can see one song called “PARTEY” from your main album coming."
@IngSocrates1 said:
"They dropped Nketiah for G.Jesus in the last 2 seasons even when Nketiah was scoring goals… Arsenal de3"
@JuniorGrid said:
"You people are just setting him up for insults.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. Anytime they post him, check the replies and the comments section. Full of insults and all dat."
Thomas Partey against Real Madrid
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"Partey has been impactful" - TV3 presenter on Arsenal contract renewal
Seasoned Ghanaian Sports journalist Bill Eshun addressed the issues surrounding Partey's contract renewal with his club, Arsenal, in an exclusive interview with YEN.com.gh.
He noted that calls from Arsenal fans for Partey's contract to be renewed was justified, adding that he has proven this season that he was one of the most important Arsenal players.
"Partey played the second-highest minutes of his career in Arsenal and has been mostly fit for games and has been very impactful. We saw what he did against Real Madrid," he said.
The TV3 sports presenter noted that the Ghanaian defensive midfielder has been consistent in the 2024/2025 season.
Mt Eshun explained that with defensive midfielder Jorginho expected to leave at the end of the 2024/2025 season, it would be important to keep Partey in the squad, unless the club plans to bring in another midfielder.
"It would be really nice to have someone of his (Partey) quality and experience tailoring the team, to provide guidance," he said.
Black Sherif’s song blasts through Emirates Stadium
YEN.com.gh reported that Ghanaians were filled with pride as Black Sherif’s hit track Where Dem Boyz echoed through Arsenal’s iconic Emirates Stadium ahead of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash against Real Madrid.
The song was played moments before kick-off, adding a touch of Ghanaian flavour to the high-profile match. Fans of both clubs at the stadium and those watching from home were thrilled to hear the Ghanaian rapper’s song on such a massive platform.
The moment quickly went viral, with many social media users sharing videos and celebrating the global recognition of Black Sherif's music.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
