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Arsenal 'tracking Anderlecht star Albert Sambi Lokonga and Belgian side would command less money than Wolves for £35m Ruben Neves' as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his midfield ahead of crucial 2021-22 campaign

Arsenal are reportedly tracking Anderlecht star Albert Sambi Lokonga as the Gunners look to bolster their midfield ahead of a pivotal 2021-22 campaign.

The Gunners endured their worst season in recent memory, having failed to qualify for Europe for the first time in 26 years after securing a lowly eighth place finish in the Premier League.

As a result, boss Mikel Arteta is aware that recruitment will be key for Arsenal to bridge the gap to their rivals and return to the European fold next season.

Arsenal have been linked with a move foru00a0Albert Sambi Lokonga, according to reports

Arsenal have been linked with a move for Albert Sambi Lokonga, according to reports

Mikel Arteta is looking to reinforce his midfield ahead of a crucial 2021-22 campaign

Midfield has been identified as an area that needs strengthening, particularly with enforcer Granit Xhaka linked with a move to Jose Mourinho's Roma this summer.