GFA will not sleep on Thomas Partey’s issue – Kurt Okraku

The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, says the association is leaving no stone unturned as they will continue to stand behind him in all challenging times.

According to the FA boss, Partey remains a key member of the Black Stars, adding that they are in constant talks with the Villarreal man.

Speaking in an interview on Assase FM, Kurt Okraku reaffirmed the FA’s commitment to ensure he is ready for the World Cup.

“Thomas Partey is our deputy captain and a key member of the Black Stars. The GFA will never sleep over any situation with a player like Partey. We’re in consistent contact with Partey, and he’s in a good frame of mind despite what we read online. He has a strong mindset, and he’s preparing to represent Ghana at the World Cup,” he mentioned.

Kurt Okraku reiterated that Partey knows the stance of the FA and remains confident the 32-year-old midfielder will show up for the Mundial.

“Thomas Partey knows our position. We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with him during these challenging times. I’m very positive that despite all the happenings, Partey will show up for the World Cup,” Kurt added.

Thomas Partey was earlier charged with two counts of rape relating to one alleged victim in 2020; the charges are in addition to five counts of rape against two other women and a charge of sexual assault against another woman.

He has been charged with two additional counts of rape against a new alleged victim in January 2026.

It comes after the 32-year-old previously pleaded not guilty to five counts of rape against two women and one count of sexual assault allegedly relating to a third woman.

Partey now stands accused of sexual offenses against four women.

The former Arsenal man will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 13 March for a first hearing relating to the two new charges.