Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been granted bail with specific conditions after appearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court in London on Tuesday. The Ghanaian international faces serious legal challenges as he navigates multiple criminal charges.
According to court proceedings, Partey's bail conditions explicitly prohibit him from contacting any of the women involved in the case. Additionally, he must inform police authorities of any permanent changes to his address or plans for international travel.
Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring appeared to confirm Partey's move to Spanish club Villarreal during the hearing, stating: "I understand he's no longer employed in this country and playing in Spain now." This comes after the midfielder's contract with Arsenal expired at the end of June.
The 32-year-old footballer is currently facing five charges of rape and one charge of sexual assault involving three separate women. He was formally charged just four days after his departure from the North London club.
The case has been scheduled for a hearing at the Old Bailey on September 2, where further proceedings will take place. This development marks a significant turn in the career of the midfielder who spent several seasons in the English Premier League.
The timing of the charges has raised questions in the football community, coming so shortly after his Arsenal exit. Neither Partey nor his representatives have issued public statements regarding the allegations at this time.
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