Thomas Partey: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Thomas Partey: profile

Thomas Partey (born 13 June 1993 in Odumase Krobo, Ghana) is a Ghanaian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Al-Shabab Football Club.

Partey made the step into senior football with Atlético Madrid B in 2012. He has played for 7 clubs in 3 countries since 2012. His most appearances came at Atlético Madrid (2013–2020), where he made 132 appearances and scored 12 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 388 appearances and 34 goals.

At international level, Partey has represented Ghana (2016–present), earning 61 caps and scoring 16 goals. Our match database lists 10 of his international goals; the first came against Congo on 1 September 2017 (World Cup Qualification).

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2016 (aged about 23)
First international goal: 2017 – aged 24 (match)
Club career: 2012–present (15 seasons)
Countries played in: 3: Spain, United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia
Club goals per game: 0.09 (34 in 388)
Height: 185 cm — taller than 80% of Ghanaian internationals on record
Latest move: Al-Shabab Football Club (2026)
Shares a birthday with: Richard Kingson, Guy Demel and Zaidu Sanusi (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2012–2013	Atlético Madrid B	Segunda División B	33	4
2013–2014	RCD Mallorca	LaLiga 2	37	5
2013–2020	Atlético Madrid	La Liga	132	12
2014–2015	Unión Deportiva Almería	LaLiga 2	31	4
2020–2025	Arsenal F.C.	Premier League	130	9
2025–2026	Villarreal CF	La Liga	25	0
2026–	Al-Shabab Football Club	Saudi Pro League	0	0
	Total		388	34

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2016–	Ghana	Senior	61	16

International goals (10)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	1 Sep 2017	Ghana 1–1 Congo	86	World Cup Qualification
2	5 Sep 2017	Congo 1–5 Ghana	26	World Cup Qualification
3	5 Sep 2017	Congo 1–5 Ghana	68	World Cup Qualification
4	2 Jul 2019	Guinea-Bissau 0–2 Ghana	72	Africa Cup of Nations
5	9 Oct 2021	Ghana 3–1 Zimbabwe	66	World Cup Qualification
6	12 Oct 2021	Zimbabwe 0–1 Ghana	31	World Cup Qualification
7	29 Mar 2022	Nigeria 1–1 Ghana	10	World Cup Qualification
8	24 Mar 2025	Madagascar 0–3 Ghana	11	World Cup Qualification
9	24 Mar 2025	Madagascar 0–3 Ghana	53	World Cup Qualification
10	8 Oct 2025	Central African Republic 0–5 Ghana	52	World Cup Qualification

*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Thomas Partey?

Thomas Partey was born on 13 June 1993, which makes him 33 years old.

Where was Thomas Partey born?

Thomas Partey was born in Odumase Krobo, Ghana.

Which national team does Thomas Partey play for?

Thomas Partey plays international football for Ghana. He has 61 caps and 16 goals on record.

Which clubs has Thomas Partey played for?

Thomas Partey's recorded clubs are Atlético Madrid B, RCD Mallorca, Atlético Madrid, Unión Deportiva Almería, Arsenal F.C., Villarreal CF and Al-Shabab Football Club.

What team does Thomas Partey play for now?

According to the latest data, Thomas Partey plays for Al-Shabab Football Club.

How tall is Thomas Partey?

Thomas Partey is 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall.

What position does Thomas Partey play?

Thomas Partey plays as a midfielder.