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FA Ignored 10-Month Warnings Before Partey's Arrest

7/10/2025

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Concerns about Thomas Partey were voiced to the FA and Arsenal a staggering 10 months prior to his arrest, yet no investigation was launched due to jurisdictional constraints. The FA claimed the complaints posed no threat to vulnerable individuals, sparking outrage as Arsenal continued to field Partey amidst growing scrutiny, while the FA and Premier League remained silent.

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Concerns about Thomas Partey were voiced to the FA and Arsenal a staggering 10 months prior to his arrest, yet no investigation was launched due to jurisdictional constraints. The FA claimed the complaints posed no threat to vulnerable individuals, sparking outrage as Arsenal continued to field Partey amidst growing scrutiny, while the FA and Premier League remained silent.