Arsenal could take their first step in bringing Declan Rice to the Emirates Stadium this summer by sanctioning a deal for Albert Sambi Lokonga.
It's no secret that Rice is Mikel Arteta's transfer priority ahead of the upcoming transfer window. football.london understands the Gunners have been putting in the groundwork behind-the-scenes to sign the midfielder since before January.
The England international is capable of playing in a range of positions across midfield, making him a valuable asset for sporting director Edu Gaspar.
