FORMER Arsenal star Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape against two women.
The Ghanaian international is also accused of sexually assaulting a third woman.
Thomas Partey has been charged with rape
Partey, 32, allegedly carried out the offences between 2021 and 2022, the Met Police confirmed.
He will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 5.
It comes as Partey's contract with Arsenal ended on June 30 and was not renewed - making him a free agent.
The allegations relate to three separate women.
He is accused of three counts of rape against one of the alleged victims and two against a second.
Partey is also charged with one count of sexual assault against the third complainant.
Defence Lawyer Jenny Wiltshire said: “Thomas Partey denies all the charges against him.
"He has fully cooperated with the police and CPS throughout their three-year investigation. He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name.
"Given that there are now ongoing legal proceedings, my client is unable to comment further”
A probe into the defensive midfielder was launched in February 2022 after officers first received a report of rape.
The Crown Prosecution Service said the charge came after it "carefully reviewed a comprehensive file of evidence".
Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said: “Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward."
Anyone with information has been asked to email [email protected]
Partey was at the Emirates for five years after signing in 2020 from Atletico Madrid, where he won the Europa League.
He has represented his country at three Africa Cup of Nations and the 2022 World Cup.
Partey has represented his country
He is due to appear in court next month
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