Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has signed a one-year deal with Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab after leaving Villarreal when his contract ended last season. The 33-year-old Black Stars deputy captain faces seven charges of rape and two sexual assault charges in Britain, which he denies and pleaded not guilty. He could not join Ghana's World Cup opener in Toronto after Canada denied visa over non-disclosure concerns. His lawyers sought Temporary Resident Permit but Federal Court dismissed appeal. Partey remains key for Black Stars despite court case ahead of 2026 qualifiers
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has signed a one-year deal with Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab after leaving Villarreal when his contract ended last season.
The 33-year-old Black Stars deputy captain faces seven charges of rape and two sexual assault charges in Britain, which he denies and pleaded not guilty. He could not join Ghana's World Cup opener in Toronto after Canada denied visa over non-disclosure concerns.
His lawyers sought Temporary Resident Permit but Federal Court dismissed appeal. Partey remains key for Black Stars despite court case ahead of 2026 qualifiers
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