Thomas Partey reveals being clueless when a CHEF informed him of Arsenal move

Premier League heavyweights Arsenal swung into action on final day of transfer window with signing of Atletico Mrid midfielder Thomas Partey. Meanwhile, Gunners midfielder Lucas Torrera moved or way. Following a successful start to life at Emirates, Partey has w revealed moment he was informed of his move to Arsenal. 

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Chef informs Thomas Partey on Arsenal transfer 

A video of midfielder's interview with Sky Sports has gone viral on internet, Partey is seen speaking about his move to Arsenal. He claims he was about to go to train with a friend one fine morning when his nt informed him that he h to go to a particular place to sign some papers. midfielder states since y were out since morning, y did t return home early. 

Inste, Partey went to a restaurant. That's when he got to kw of his move to Arsenal. He reveals restaurant's chef urged him t to leave Atletico Mrid on that particular day. He could t comprehend what chef was saying and thought his nt must be aware. 

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Thomas Partey Arsenal transfer facilitated by Edu

But his nt denied any information on same. Soon, he spoke to Edu, Arsenal's technical director and a personality associated with transfers at Emirates. Edu informed him that an agreement h been reached with Atletico Mrid and papers were to be signed that day itself. And subsequently, midfielder penned down deal with Gunners. 

Edu appears to have played key role in Partey's move to Premier League. An earlier report by L'Equipe claimed that Edu overruled Mikel Arteta's decision to sign Lyon star Houssem Aouar. Spanish tactician was keen on roping in Frenchman, but Partey's deal was sealed ultimately after preference from Edu. 

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Thomas Partey salary estimated at £260,000 a week

Partey, who earns a whopping £260,000-a-week, me his start for Gunners in Europa League opener against Rapid Vienna. And he did t fail to impress manr. Speaking to media after game, Arteta claimed he was impressed with confidence that Ghana international infused in field. He is expected to play a key role in Gunners' game against Manchester United this Sunday.

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Im courtesy: Thomas Partey Instagram