Overview
- Partey, a former Arsenal midfielder now at Villarreal, entered not guilty pleas at Southwark Crown Court on Monday to two new rape charges.
- The new counts allege two rapes in London on one day in December 2020 and, according to prosecutors, involve a complainant who came forward after widespread publicity.
- He already faced five counts of rape involving two women and one count of sexual assault involving a third, and the combined case is set for trial in November 2026.
- His lawyer said he denies all allegations and has cooperated with the police during the investigation.
- He remains on bail that allows him to continue playing football, with 24 hours’ notice required for any international travel and a ban on contacting the complainants.