Tag: Lokonga
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I thought of leaving Arsenal last summer – Lokonga
Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga has opened up on his ‘difficult’ start to life as a Gunner. The defensive midfielder looked the real deal in the very early parts of last season, but his form dipped as the season progressed.
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Lokonga: Differences between Arteta and Kompany
Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga is full of praise for Anderlecht coach Vincent Kompany. The central midfielder made the switch from the Belgian side to North London this summer and he credits Kompany for his improvement that helped seal the £17million deal. Lokonga told Sport Foot: “We had a great relationship, Vinnie and me. “He…
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I’m excited to play with Pepe – Lokonga
Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga admits he’s excited to be playing with Nicolas Pepe. The former Anderlecht prospect played the second 45 minutes of Saturday’s friendly against Millwall, with Arsenal winning 4-1 at London Colney. Lokonga starred in a side featuring Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Alex Lacazette and Nicolas Pepe, but there is another Gunner he’s looking…
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EPL: Arsenal announce signing of Albert Sambi Lokonga
Albert Sambi Lokonga has joined Arsenal from Anderlecht on a long-term contract. A Belgium Under-21 international, Lokonga was called up at senior level in March 2021 when he was an unused substitute against Greece. Arsenal technical director Edu said: “We are delighted Albert has signed with us, as there was a lot of interest in…