Thomas Partey's Arsenal future remains uncertain, with the midfielder's contract set to expire on June 30.

The 32-year-old was instrumental to side during the 2024/25 season and featured 52 times for the in all competitions. He even contributed four goals and three assists and was available for every game bar two, seemingly putting his injury issues behind him.

football.london understands Arteta wants Partey to remain at for at least one more season, with talks between the player's representatives and ongoing. There has been no agreement over an extension as of yet, though.

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"Yes," Arteta said when asked if he wanted Partey to stay. "I think consistency-wise it’s been his best season. The way he’s played, performed, his availability, has been exceptional and he’s a really important player for us."

has been in Ghana in recent days and attended the 2025 Ghana Football Awards over the weekend. The midfielder was named Football of the Year at the event, beating the likes of Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams to win the award.

Partey's charity organisation, the Thomas Partey Foundation, was also awarded the Football for Good award. Taking to Instagram on Monday, Partey shared his delight at being given the award.

The midfielder wrote: "I’m honoured to receive the Ghana Footballer of the year Award for the third time. And to my foundation on winning the “Football for Good” award- this is a testament to the impact we seek to make in our society.

"I would also like to thank the organizers for this recognition, to my family and friends for the support, and to everyone who’s been part of this journey. I couldn’t have done it without you all. Special thanks to the media and sponsors for their support during my scouting tournament and to everyone who showed me love on my birthday. It means a lot to me."

While Partey turned 32 last week, the fact he picked up the Ghana Footballer of the Year award for the third time in his career proves he still has a lot to offer. Arteta's comments at the back end of the season support this and a contract extension, for at least another year, could suit all parties.

The former Atletico man did open up about his future last week. Speaking to , Partey said: "I think the first thing is where are you happy and where do you feel at home. At the end of the day you've been in football, you've been in different teams.

"Then it's about what is your next objective what do you want to achieve next. You still have to look at all this and at the end of the day we all have a family that needs money, this is our mind.

"We are not getting younger. There are a lot of things where you have to look now with a family, where you want them to be happy. When you are young you just play anywhere. I'm an Arsenal fan, I can't decide anything and just have to leave it to my agent and the club. Me, I just want to enjoy football."

What happens in the next couple of weeks could be vital, both to Partey and Arsenal.