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Who is Albert Lokonga? Everything you need to know about Arsenal's £18m transfer target

The Anderlecht midfielder is set to join Mikel Arteta's ranks over the summer - here's your guide to the Belgian

Arsenal are poised to sign midfielder Albert Lokonga from Anderlecht, having recently agreed a deal with Benfica for left-back Nuno Tavares.

The 21-year-old Belgian is set to undergo a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium, after Arsenal agreed a deal in principle worth up to £18 million ($25m).

Goal brings you everything you need to know about Arsenal’s soon-to-be new signing.

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Who is Albert Lokonga?

Lokonga was born in Brussels, the capital city of Belgium, on October 22, 1999.