Comments from Thomas Partey's father circulated on social media about the Atletico Madrid midfielder negotiating a move to Arsenal, but the Ghanaian and the agency that represent him have issued a statement on the contrary.

Thomas, who has a deal that runs until 2023 and a release clause of 50 million euros, has been in talks with Atletico this season about extending his contract, although thus far there has been no agreement.

However, what has been made clear is that the 26-year-old is not currently discussing in negotiations about switching Atletico for Arsenal.

"It's totally untrue," JJSports, Thomas' representatives, said of the reported Arsenal negotiations.