Clean-up at Villarreal: Marcelino does not count on him

The Asturian coach has already decided the future of this player, he will not continue at the 'yellow submarine'

Héctor Andreu | 11 Jan 2026 | 12.57
twitter tiktok instagram instagram Comentarios
Marcelino does not have Thomas Partey / Marca
Marcelino does not have Thomas Partey / Marca

La Liga
1 X 2
Villarreal Celta Vigo
26/04/26 21:00:00
1.90 3.50 3.80

Thomas Partey has already decided on his immediate future. The Ghanaian midfielder will leave Villarreal next June when his contract ends, after the club has chosen not to renew.

As reported by DAZN, the player's time at La Cerámica has not met expectations. His performance and high salary have weighed more than his international experience in LaLiga.

Thomas Partey, out of Villarreal's project

The Villarreal coaching staff considers that Thomas Partey has not delivered the expected level. His impact on the game has been inconsistent and far from what was anticipated on his arrival. The midfielder, with past stints at Atlético de Madrid and Arsenal, arrived as a significant reinforcement. However, he never managed to establish himself as a key player.

Injuries and lack of continuity have also affected his performance in LaLiga, where he has failed to make a difference.

Marcelino García Toral makes a firm decision

For Marcelino García Toral, the situation is clear. The coach does not count on Thomas Partey for the future and has communicated his stance to the sports management. The coach seeks a midfield that is more dynamic, intense, and aligned with the style of play he intends to implement at Villarreal.

Additionally, the player's high salary presents a significant obstacle to the club's financial planning.

Villarreal will not renew Thomas Partey / ESPN

A predicted goodbye in LaLiga

At the Villarreal offices, work is already underway with the certainty that Thomas Partey will be leaving for free in the summer. There will be no negotiation to extend his contract. The club understands that freeing up salary space is a priority to make new signings in the upcoming transfer window.

Despite his departure, the player remains in demand. His experience in European competitions and LaLiga opens doors for him outside of Spain. The player himself acknowledges the situation. Thomas Partey is seeking a new project where he can feel important and regain his form.

Barring any unexpected turn of events, his time at Villarreal will come to an end in June. A mutual decision that marks the conclusion of a relationship that never quite took off in LaLiga.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Limpieza en el Villarreal: Marcelino no cuenta con él

Pronósticos deportivos
Athletic Club
VS
Osasuna
La Liga EA Sports 21/04/2026 20:00
Athletic Club gana
Mallorca
VS
Valencia
La Liga EA Sports 21/04/2026 20:00
Valencia gana
Girona
VS
Real Betis
La Liga EA Sports 21/04/2026 22:30
Real Betis gana
Real Madrid
VS
CD Alaves
La Liga EA Sports 21/04/2026 22:30
Real Madrid gana al descanso y al final