_**Barcelona have reportedly opened talks to sign Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey on a free transfer this summer.**_
Recent reports from England suggested that Partey had verbally agreed to extend his stay at Arsenal.
However, his long-term future remains uncertain.
According to an **_[exclusive by The Sun journalist Rahman Osman](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/35208158/barcelona-in-talks-for-thomas-partey/)_**, Barcelona are in discussions with Partey's representatives regarding a potential free transfer.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is understood to be a huge admirer of the 31-year-old, and sources close to the Ghanaian international have reportedly told **_SunSport_** that the Catalan club see Partey as a cost-effective option to strengthen their midfield ahead of next season.