MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 03: (BILD ZEITUNG OUT) Thomas Teye Partey of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the La Liga Santader match between Atletico de Madrid and Villarreal CF at Estadio Wanda Metropolitano on October 3, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. Arsenal had attempted to negotiate a lower fee with Atletico, however, the Spanish club always remained insistent that the clause in his contract was met in full. David de Gea has had his worst start to a season with Man United and the best English goalkeeper is waiting to take his place. Arsenal are rapidly drawing up plans for Thomas Partey to undergo a medical in Madrid as they make plans to pay the Atletico Madrid midfielder's release clause. Arsenal were also hoping to find a new club for Sead Kolasinac but they could not reach an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen. "With his all-round game and positive aggressive style, he will be a brilliant addition to our squad. Do they want to play football? Partey signs four-year deal worth about £230,000 a week, Torreira joins Atlético on loan, Guendouzi goes to Hertha Berlin. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. A deal for the Italy international is thought to be unlikely, but not impossible. Arsenal are also said to be monitoring the midfielder. Our. "Time is running out, 11pm is the deadline, they are looking to get it sorted so Partey can become an Arsenal player.". Man City evening headlines as De Bruyne departure explained and youngster draws Foden inspiration, The latest Manchester City news, views and transfer rumours from the M.E.N, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Manchester United press conference LIVE team news vs Newcastle. Matteo Guendouzi was the day’s other high-profile departure, joining the Bundesliga club Hertha Berlin on loan for the season. He … Arsenal have struggled to find a buyer, although they were able to strike a deal with Hertha Berlin for the German side to take him on a season-long loan. Guendouzi has not played a single minute since that match at the Amex and was available for sale all summer. The Gunners have made a … Arsenal have signed Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid on a long-term deal after paying his 50m euros (£45.3m) release clause. We rely on advertising to help fund our award-winning journalism. Thomas Partey: Arsenal meet £45m release clause for Atletico Madrid midfielder, Arsenal are expected to meet Thomas Partey's £45m release clause as they close in on a deal for the Atletico Madrid midfielder on Deadline Day, Bellew: I can't help Chisora against Usyk, Cardiff in advanced talks over Wilson loan, Neville leads Manifesto for Change - 'Football can't govern itself', Durrant lands maiden PDC major with PL triumph, Mercedes explain 2021 shift as titles loom, Ronaldo may have broken health protocols returning to Italy, Arsenal could be set for a busy Deadline Day, with several incomings and outgoings a real possibility, The Good Morning Transfers team discuss Arsenal's interest in Thomas Partey with Lucas Torreira's departure 'key' in any potential deal, Sky Sports News' Emma Paton has the latest on Arsenal's targets including their pursuit of Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar, Sky Sports' Paul Merson says he almost fell off his chair after hearing Arsenal are expected to pay Atletico Madrid's £45m release clause for Thomas Partey, adding he would be a great signing for his former club, Matteo Guendouzi last featured in June's 2-1 defeat to Brighton, FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Arsenal's win against Sheffield United, Arteta 'confident' Arsenal will get deals done. Man United have been linked with Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey in recent transfer windows, Get updates and analysis on all United's new signings delivered straight to your inbox every day, free. Mesut Ozil remains at the club, despite proposals from Saudi Arabia and Qatar and his lack of game time under Arteta. Partey, 27, has cost Arsenal £45million (€50m) after the club opted to trigger his release clause just 32 minutes before Monday's transfer deadline, and he has signed a long-term contract. Arteta said at the weekend Arsenal were doing what they can to finalise transfers ahead of the deadline - and was confident deals can be done - while Sky Sports News reporter Dharmesh Sheth has confirmed that a Deadline Day move is on the cards.