The performances improved massively, it ultimately changed his career and now he has become such an important part of the team.Arsenal are getting a player who has a lot of qualities, he is always involved and looks to make things happen on the pitch. The coaches switched him to central midfield, more of a box to box role, and they began to see a different player.

Some thought he wasn't good enough and should be sold. Sacha Tavolieri's Summary'Sambi actually started out as a winger at Anderlecht and failed to impress. Sven Claes answers my questions before Sacha Tavolieri gives his own summary on the 21-year-old.Albert Sambi Lokonga in action for RSC Anderlecht - Photo by Sylvain Lefevre/Getty Images An official announcement is expected soon.With Granit Xhaka wanted by AS Roma and Matteo Guendouzi joining Marseille on loan which includes an obligation to buy, it soon became apparent to Mikel Arteta that midfield reinforcements would be necessary.Lokonga's profile again highlights the strategy that Arsenal are using this summer, acquiring young talented players who carry significant potential and have the ability to develop further moving forward.So, what exactly can Arsenal fans expect to see from Sambi Lokonga? I spoke to not one, but two Belgian football Journalist's to find out more. Following on from the addition of Nuno Tavares, Arsenal are now close to securing their second summer signing.Belgian international Albert Sambi Lokonga is already in the UK after the Gunners agreed a deal believed to be worth around €17.5 with RSC Anderlecht.

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