Thomas Partey confessed it is dream for him when realizing the level he reaches now as Atletico Madrid in-demand midfielder has come from far.
Today, one of the best midfielders in Europe, Partey has had a difficult journey. Arrived at Atlético Madrid in 2011, the Ghanaian international was loaned to Mallorca (2013-2014) and Almeria (2014-2015).
Back from this loan period, the defensive midfielder won over the Colchoneros. He is one of Diego Simeone’s key players and most courted footballers in the transfer market.
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In an interview with the official website of his club, he said he is amazed when he sees himself at the highest level.
“ It’s a dream come true for me. Sometimes I can’t believe I’m here because I’m looking at my friends and I can’t even imagine myself here,” he said.
“I sometimes want to ask them, what have I done to be here? Why aren’t they here? But then I tell myself that it’s because I was patient, I was in no rush to do it. I feel that I have to congratulate myself all the time because it is not easy to reach this level, ” he added.
Meantime, Arsenal have reportedly proposed another offer to Atletico Madrid. As the Emirates Stadium outfit intends to include three players in the deal. Including midfielder Lucas Torreira, Spanish right-back Hector Bellerin and French forward Alexandre Lacazette.
However, Colchoneros officials are yet to agree terms as they want a club which can pay Partey’s buyout clause.
Indeed, the release clause of the Ghana international is £45 million.