Former Premier League Player Thomas Partey Rejects Sexual Assault Charges

Former footballer Thomas Partey has denied raping multiple complainants and sexually assaulting a additional complainant.

The international midfielder entered denials to multiple charges of rape and one charge of sexual assault when he appeared at Southwark Crown Court.

The alleged offences were said to have happened between 2021 and 2022, when the professional athlete regularly played in the Premier League. He was charged four days after departing from the London-based team, following the conclusion of his playing agreement at the end of June.

Mr Partey was granted bail until his trial, which is due to start at the same court on November 2nd the following year.

He spoke to confirm his name before denying all charges to every accusation leveled at him.

The midfielder, who now plays Spanish side Villareal, was already in England as his new team faced Spurs in the Champions League on Tuesday. He came on as a replacement in what resulted in a 1-0 loss for his side.

The terms of his bail do not prevent Mr Partey from continuing his professional career, but he must notify police of any overseas trips one day in advance and must not contact the complainants.