Fabrizio Romano provides transfer update on Albert Sambi Lokonga amid Arsenal links

Albert Sambi Lokonga is close to joining Arsenal this summer, according to sports journalist Fabrizio Romano. Anderlecht has been heavily linked with the move to the Emirates Stadium, while now Romano claims the Gunners have already confirmed their official bid - €17.5m guaranteed fee, €4.5m as potential add ons, 5% future sale percentage. The journalist also informs that Lokonga himself is eager to join Mikel Arteta's side.

Lokonga deal progressing and ‘close’. Official bid from Arsenal confirmed as reported yesterday - more details:

€17.5m guaranteed fee, €4.5m as potential add ons, 5% future sale percentage [Anderlecht want 15%]. 🇧🇪 #AFC Lokonga wants Arsenal - personal terms already agreed. https://t.co/lX6c9RzH5j — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 29, 2021

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