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Arsenal to sign Belgian midfielder imminently?

Arsenal to sign Belgian midfielder imminently?


Arsenal to sign Belgian midfielder imminently?

Lokonga on the verge of Arsenal transfer

Arsenal are reportedly on the cusp of landing the signature of Anderlecht midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga.

The Gunners have finalised an initial fee of around £17m for the Belgian, and they are currently negotiating add-ons.

According to Walfoot, Lokonga expects to join the north London club, and won't be taking part for Anderlecht in pre-season.

The club have travelled to the Netherlands for a six-day training camp. Lokonga has been excluded from the squad.

The central midfielder has been under quarantine recently, and he is expected to travel to London for a medical soon.

Lokonga won't be the only midfield addition for the Gunners this summer.

The Belgian does not have the assurance of a starting role next season, but he is prepared to take up the challenge.

The Gunners begin their pre-season training from Wednesday. They have yet to make any new signings during the transfer window.

A deal for Benfica's Nuno Tavares has been finalised recently. An announcement could made in the coming days.