Arsenal prioritising move for Atlético Madrid star Thomas Partey

English side Arsenal is pushing ahead with a move for Thomas Teye Partey from Atlético Madrid.

The Gunners are sorting out their priorities for the transfer window.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the Ghana international is very high on their list.

Mikel Arteta’s side hopes they can tie up a deal for the defensive midfielder to give their backline more protection next season.

Partey will cost roughly €50 million, per the source.

Atlético wants cash and Arsenal is working out how to best structure a deal, which may include many installments to make it more manageable given their finances.