Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey charged with five counts of rape, British police say

LONDON (AP) — Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape, British police said Friday. Partey has also been charged on one count of sexual assault, with the alleged offenses taking place from 2021-22. His lawyer Jenny Wiltshire said he denies all the charges and, “He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name.” The 32-year-old Partey is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Aug. 5....