Ghana and Arsenal Midfield Dynamo Thomas Partey Converts to Islam

Ghana and Arsenal Midfield Dynamo Thomas Partey Converts to Islam

Lukman Mumuni
updated at April 12, 2023 at 7:58 PM
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  • Thomas Partey has reportedly converted to Islam after several months of studying the religion in London
  • The 28-year-old has been in the form of his life and was adjudged Arsenal Player for the Month of February
  • Partey joined Arsenal in the summer of 2020 and he is one of the key cogs of the Gunners quest for a top-four finish

Ghana and Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has reportedly converted to Islam after months of studying the religion at his base in England.

The 28-year-old is yet to confirm his switch in religions, but reports widespread on social media have stated he is now a Muslim.

In a photo posted on Twitter, spotted by Sports Brief, the deputy Black Stars captain is seen with an Iman as he gladly accepts the religion.

Thomas Partey and an Imam. Credit: @skabashofficial
Thomas Partey converts to Islam after months of study. Credit: @skabashofficial
Source: Twitter

It is yet to be revealed the reason for his conversion, but information gathered also disclosed Partey is dating a Moroccan lady, who could be behind his decision to convert.

Thomas Partey has been in blistering form in the English Premier League for Arsenal, and was named the Player of the Month for February.

Thomas Partey was named in English Premier League team of the Week

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been named in the English Premier League Team of the Week for matchday 29.

The Ghana international was in action for the Gunners on Sunday as they defeated Leicester City 2-0 at the Emirates Stadium.

Partey scored with a powerful header in the 11th minute after connecting to a cross from in-form winger Gabriel Martinelli.

Partey reveals the difference between EPL and La Liga

Ghana international Thomas Partey has drawn the line between the English Premier League and the Spanish topflight.

The 28-year-old midfielder is enjoying his best spell for the Gunners since he switched Spain for England and is fast becoming a cult hero with his superlative displays.

Thomas' purple patch of form was rehashed with his crowning as the player of the month for Arsenal in the month of February while playing a major role in Arsenal's Champions League pursuit.

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Lukman Abdul Mumin is a Sports Journalist based in Accra, Ghana. He has been writing for the past five years. Lukman joined Sports Brief as an Editor for the Local Desk in 2022.
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