Meet the exciting story of Thomas Partey (his overcoming)
The Full Story of a Football Genius who is best known by his nickname; “Senegal”.
Thomas Partey Childhood Story with Untold Biography Facts brings you a full account of notable events from his childhood to today. The analysis involves:
Your childhood
family history
Life story before fame
Rise to fame story
Relationship and personal life, etc.
Your parents and brother
Starting off, their full names are Thomas Teye Partey. Thomas Partey, as he is often called, was born on the 13th of June 1993, in the town of Odumase Krobo, Ghana. Below is a picture of their lovely parents.
Thomas comes from a poor but humble family. His father was a local soccer coach, while his mother was a small businesswoman. With his mum and dad, they are eight in their Partey family and Thomas is the eldest child.
Coach dad
As per Citifmonline, her mother had three children before meeting her father. At first, Thomas and his brother, Frank, spent quality time with their father, who loved football and coached his own local Ghanaian team in the town of Odumase Krobo.
Having a football-loving coach for a father, it’s only natural that a love of the game is instilled in little Thomas and his brother, Frances. Both were key figures on his father’s local team.
For the two brothers, the ambition to go professional was not just a passing fancy. At first, football was seen as a golden tree and a hope of solace in ending poverty in the Partey family.
Thomas struggled to the point where he compromised his education towards football training and the pursuit of his football dreams. Thomas started playing football at his father’s training base (Krobo) until he was 10 years old before moving to Ashaiman. While playing for the team, his father gave him the nickname “Senegal”. That’s because his son reminded him of a friend with the same name.
As Thomas continued to develop, he began to dream of traveling to Europe in an attempt to earn money to care for his family. Such desperation made Thomas look for sponsors and participate in football trials.
Thomas Partey’s parents had several failed attempts to raise money to prepare for their son’s trip to Europe should an opportunity arise. It got to the point where his father had to make the decision to sell his property.
A chance
Thomas got the chance to move to Spain when he was scouted by an agent who saw him excelling in a football competition. Although there was someone better than him, a striker who scored all the goals in that memorable match. Despite being the top player, he openly turned down an offer to travel to Europe, insisting he wants to stay in Ghana to play for a bigger club. According to Thomas,
“WHEN THE AGENT ASKED ME WHAT I WANTED, I SAID.. TRIUMPH IN FOOTBALL IN EUROPE TO HELP MY FAMILY.”
Both Thomas and the agent agreed that he would go to Spain for a trial. However, no Spanish selection was discussed as it was a surprise package. Thomas’ agent processed all his papers while he had nothing to do but train, eat, sleep and wait for that blessed day when he would travel.
The trip to spain
On that blessed day, Thomas and his agent got into a car and drove to Accra, the capital of Ghana, where they handed him his passport. Surprisingly, he was informed that he would be traveling that day without his father or any member of his family knowing. According to Thomas;
“MY FATHER DIDN’T KNOW, NO ONE IN MY FAMILY KNEW ANYTHING, NOT EVEN THAT I WAS GOING ON THAT DAY, BECAUSE IF I SAID IT WOULD CAUSE A LOT OF PANIC.”
Thomas eventually traveled to Spain without the knowledge of his father, mother, brothers, sisters, uncles and aunts. As he approached, he realized he would be playing Athletico Madrid C. Speaking about his first day in Spain, Thomas told citifmonline…
First day in Spain
”THE FIRST DAY WAS VERY COLD, TRUST ME AND LET’S SAY WE ARRIVED AROUND 5PM AND HAD TRAINING AROUND 6PM. BUT I MADE SURE IT WAS OK.”
Thomas played for Atlético de Madrid C for about a month before moving to the B team, where he met Oliver Torres and Saul Niguez. In the B team he was recognized by Diego Simeone and both established a good relationship with each other. Because Thomas was so good, he was sometimes invited to train with the senior team by the big boss.
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It took about seven months before anyone could notice that Thomas was not in Ghana. Partey went on to say that his parents accepted his decision when they finally found out. Talking about it, he once said…
“MY FATHER ALWAYS AGREED WITH MY DECISIONS BECAUSE HE HAD ALREADY RAISED MONEY FOR ME BY SELLING HIS HOUSE. IT COST HIM A LOT. IN THE SECOND MONTH OF MY STAY IN SPAIN, HE SENT ME MONEY TO BUY BOOTS AND FOR MY MAINTENANCE.”
Determination and self-confidence were his watchwords throughout his time at Atlético de Madrid’s B base. Upon becoming a senior player, he was loaned out where he still impresses, a feat which convinced Diego Simeone to quickly take him into the senior team
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Athletico Madrid main team
After impressing with loan moves to Mallorca and Almería, Thomas was recalled and was integrated into Athletico Madrid’s first team by Diego Simeone. With the Athletico Madrid team, he won the UEFA Europa League and the UEFA Super Cup.
Thomas proved to football fans in Africa that he is the next hot prospect of his Ghanaian generation after Michael Essien.
Relationship
Behind the successful African footballer, there is a glamorous girlfriend pictured below whose name is Oheema.
Thomas met his lovely girlfriend while playing for Tema, his local club in Ghana. Just like Nelson Semedo, Thomas has decided to stick to his African family roots when it comes to dating and love life.
The Ghanaian midfielder once shared a sizzling photo on his Instagram page, where he appears to be completely at ease enjoying a sunny holiday in Malta with his girlfriend.
Without a doubt, Oheema is a stunning lady who has won her boyfriend’s heart over and over again and it’s only a matter of time before they get married. Although, little is known about the beauty of the powerhouse. But one of her social media accounts reveals that she is studying International Business at the celebrated Ecole des sciences de la gestion de Montreal, a specialized business school located in Québec, Canada.
Humanitarian commitments
Getting to know Thomas Partey’s personal life would help you get a complete picture of him. Starting off, he is an African football player with a Social and Humanitarian Conscience. Like Ngolo Kante, Thomas is a good-hearted person who believes it is essential to get his young teammates back home.
When it comes to the area of social responsibilities, the Ghanaian loves to get involved with the help of family members involved in humanitarian commitments.
Thomas Partey’s family history, which denotes a rags-to-riches rise, is fascinating to learn. Without a doubt, he comes from the humblest of beginnings and family background. His family sacrifice inspired many who train and play barefoot in the many dusty parks across Ghana and the rest of Africa.
Thomas Partey’s Father
About Thomas Partey’s Father: Even though Thomas came from a poor family background, his father pictured below made sure their home always had something to eat.
Thomas’ father is more than just a foundation football coach. Only a wonderful father would sell his property to ensure his son’s success.
Thomas Partey’s Mother
About Thomas Partey’s mother: Thomas Partey’s mother is a small-time shopkeeper who, despite her son’s wealth, is still engaged in the business of her provision store. This explains how humble and down-to-earth the Partey family members are.
Thomas’s mother was among those who probably could have stopped her son from traveling to Spain because of her fears. However, her attempt to create fear in her son could only be understood because she is a caring and loving mother. According to Thomas…
”SOMETIMES I LISTENED TO MY MOTHER AND SOMETIMES I DIDN’T. I ALWAYS DO WHAT I THINK IS BEST AND THAT’S WHY I DECIDED TO TRAVEL WITHOUT SAYING ANYTHING TO ANYONE.”
Though her fears got the better of her, but Mama Thomas realized that her son really did what was needed. Till date, there is a strong bond between mother and child.
Thomas Partey’s Brothers
About Thomas Partey’s Siblings: As per a report from Ghana, Thomas was born as the first child in a family of 8 children. Little is known about his brothers except for Francis who also grew up alongside his brother in the same football trade.
At the time of writing, Francis currently plays for FC Slavia-Mozyr, a football team from Belarus. Football is not in the hands of the men of the Partey family. Even the Thomas Partey sisters play football, but not at the highest level. Football has, in fact, become a family affair. another in the same football trade.
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