Arsenal allow star midfielder permission to discuss possible transfer to Saudi Arabia: Reports

Arsenal have reportedly given Thomas Partey permission to discuss a possible transfer to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Pro League seems to be the new hotspot for European players due to the league's newfound financial prowess in the sport. Karim Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo have already taken their careers to the Middle East and more big names are expected to follow. Partey could be one of them. According to 90min, Arsenal are open to letting the Ghana international leave and have given him the green light to explore a potential move to Saudi Arabia. They are apparently interested in evolving their young squad and Partey, 30, will enter the final two years of his contract next month. The Gunners signed him for £45 million in the summer of 2020 from Atletico Madrid. Partey ended last season with 40 appearances across competitions to his name. It seems that the Gunners are looking to revamp their midfield and are focused on signing West Ham United's Declan Rice. Partey's potential sale could, of course, raise funds to sign the England international who is valued at over £100 million by the Hammers. They will, however, have to be careful that they don't compromise on their depth in midfield.