Arsenal have confirmed that midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga has joined Crystal Palace on loan until the end of the season.
Lokonga joined the Gunners back in the summer of 2021, signing from Anderlecht for a fee in the region of £16 million after establishing himself as one of the Belgian Pro League's most exciting young talents. However, his time at the Emirates Stadium has been mixed.
The 23-year-old delivered solid performances during his debut campaign, excelling when deployed in a midfield pivot alongside Granit Xhaka. However, when Thomas Partey returned to full fitness, Lokonga struggled for game time and when he was utilised it was often at the base of a 4-3-3 setup, where the youngster struggled to make a meaningful impact.
