ALBERT SAMBI LOKONGA NEWS

Makes bench Saturday Lokonga (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Celta Vigo.

Impact Lokonga returns after missing last week's match against Atletico with an injury. The midfielder had started five straight matches prior to the injury, but settles for a role on the bench to begin Saturday's match.

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Returns to team training Lokonga (undisclosed) took part in team training Tuesday, ahead of Saturday's game against Celta Vigo.

Impact Lokonga missed the game against Atletico Madrid due to an undisclosed injury. He has returned to team training Tuesday ahead of Saturday's game against Celta Vigo. The midfielder has made nine appearances this season, contributing one assist, creating seven chances, and making eight tackles. If he is not fully fit to start, Lucien Agoume is expected to replace him in midfield.

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Out Sunday Lokonga is out for Sunday's match against Atletico Madrid, according to manager Garcia Pimienta. "Sambi has been pushing to be fit, but unfortunately, he couldn't make it."

Impact Lokonga will be out Sunday, with the midfielder picking up an injury after the busy schedule caught up to him. This will force a change, as he has started in their past five games, with newly fit Saul likely to take his spot. He will look to return in their next match and reclaim his starting spot immediately.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Sunday Lokonga generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Lokonga completed 58 passes and also made a tackle and an interception. He was replaced by Lucien Agoume in the 86th minute. Lokonga has featured in nine games, starting seven of those, and has assisted once.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Records start and assist Lokonga assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Espanyol.

Impact Lokonga served as a reserve for two games before he was added to Sevilla's starting lineup Friday. In his first start since Sept. 1, he helped the team maintain a clean sheet defensively. But surprisingly, Lokonga's biggest contribution was on the offensive end, with an assist to a Dodi Lukebakio goal.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Betis Lokonga (hamstring) is in the squad to face Real Betis on Sunday.

Impact Lokonga returns for the first time in five four matches after training in the buildup to Sunday's match. The midfielder had started two straight matches prior to the injury, but will be eased back into match action from the bench.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Training again Lokonga (hamstring) was included in tram training Monday.

Impact Lokonga has returned to training for the first time since having gone down with hamstring issues, missing four matches to this point. He should be set for a return in the next couple of weeks, possibly seeing a spot on the team sheet Sunday when facing Betis.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Working on fitness Lokonga (hamstring) has been able to pass various fitness test and will soon rejoin team training.

Impact This is very good news for Lokonga, who has missed the last three matches with a hamstring injury. He is on the right track to return to team training as soon as next week, with a chance to make an appearance on Oct 6 against Betis, the earliest. The midfielder had started his two appearances in the starting XI, totaling three tackles (three won), two clearances and a block.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Set for few weeks absence Lokonga has suffered a hamstring injury and is set to miss the next few weeks, reports Alex Merida of El Correo Web.

Impact Lokonga's hamstring injury is set to keep him out for a few weeks after getting the start the last two matches. He's collected three tackles (three won), two clearances and a block. His absence means that Dijbril Sow is expected to start in the defensive midfield, alongside Lucien Agoume.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Lokonga (hamstring) is on the bench for Friday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Lokonga was expected to be on the team sheet Friday and that has came to fruition, with the midfielder earning a spot on the bench. It is unknown what kinda role he will serve with his new club, but he is likely to see anywhere around a starting to a rotational role, with the player just hoping to at least get time on the field Friday.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for minutes Sambi Lokanga (hamstring) is an option for Friday's match against Villarreal, according to manager Garcia Pimienta. "It's a shame that Sambi has missed two or three weeks of pre-se...

Impact Sambi Lokanga was expected to miss a few more weeks as he worked on a recovery but plans have changed, as he has seen a boost in fitness and is now ready for action. This is huge news for the club, as he is set to serve in an important role this campaign following his loan move from Luton Town. However, he will not start in his club debut, instead being integrated off the bench and only seeing a few minutes to test his legs.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in season opener Sambi Lokonga (hamstring) is not in the squad for Friday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact The midfielder suffered a neck injury in the preseason, and when he was recovered, he was diagnosed with a hamstring problem that would require between three to four weeks of recovery. As things stand now, Sambi Lokonga will aim to return to action before the end of the current month, with the Aug. 27 match at Mallorca as a potential return date.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers neck injury Lokonga won't play in the Trofeo Antonio Puerta against Al Ittihad on Friday due to a neck injury, the club announced Friday.

Impact Lokonga's injury has been described as a minor neck sprain, and he shouldn't be at risk of losing the Liga season opener against Las Palmas on Aug. 16. That said, it's unclear how much time he'll see during the preseason, as his recovery process will dictate that.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Sevilla Lokonga is set to join Sevilla on a season long loan from Arsenal for the 2024/25 season.

Impact Lokonga last played for Arsenal in 2022, spending time with Crystal Palace and Luton Town on loan since. This time, he is going on loan to Sevilla in Spain, as he failed to secure a spot on the Arsenal senior team. Last campaign with Luton Town, the midfielder had 16 starts in 17 appearances, scoring once and assisting three times. He also had 29 tackles (18 won), 14 clearances, and 11 interceptions.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 21 • GOAL.COM

Four goal contributions for Luton Lokonga scored one goal and recorded three assists in 17 appearances (16 starts) for Luton Town this past season.

Impact Lokonga was loaned to Luton prior to the season, and he had his best campaign to date. He missed 21 games this season due to various injuries but when he was healthy, he started all but one match. He recorded four goal contributions for Luton after recording zero in his first 34 Premier League appearances for Arsenal and Crystal Palace. With his loan ending, it's unclear if he's ready to join Arsenal's title-contending team, or if the 24-year-old will be loaned out again.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

First Premier League goal Lokonga scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus West Ham United.

Impact Lokonga's early goal opened the scoring for Luton Town on Saturday but the goal was in vain as Luton Town fell 1-3 to West Ham. In addition to his goal, Lokonga contributed one tackle (one won), two interceptions, two clearances and a block to the defensive effort. The goal marked Lokonga's first of the campaign and first ever Premier League goal in over 50 appearances with three separate clubs dating back to the 2021-2022 campaign. Lokonga was started Luton Town's most recent four matches since returning from a hamstring injury and has supplied and assist and scored one goal over that span.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Pivotal assist in draw Lokonga assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Everton.

Impact Lokonga's assist was the difference in the match Friday, helping Luton Town level the score en route to splitting the points from the 1-1 draw with Everton. Entering the season, Lokonga had never contributed to a goal in 34 Premier League appearances dating back to 2021. The midfielder now has three assists in 2023-2024. Lokonga has missed at least four consecutive matches on three separate occasions this season, but, when healthy, he has started 14 of 15 matches.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Back after eight matches Lokonga (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Brentford.

Impact Lokonga returns from a hamstring injury which has kept him out of action since February. The midfielder had been a consistent starter prior to the injury and returns to the starting XI straightaway now that he's fit.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Could return in April Lokonga could return in April, manager Rob Edwards told reporters Friday.

Impact Lokonga could be back before the end of the April, with the manager mentioning an April 20 clash with Brentford. The midfielder is working his way back from a hamstring issue, yet another disappointing part of his loan to Luton. When on the pitch Lokonga has been brilliant, though three major injuries have kept him sidelined as often as not.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury setback Lokonga suffered a setback in his recovery from a hamstring injury and will be out longer.

Impact It sounds like it could be another month for Lokonga, who has already been out a month with the injury. Pelly Ruddock Mpanzu expects to fill in for upcoming matches, pushing Jordan Clark more forward. Lokonga has started almost every match in which he's been available this season, but injuries have derailed him from locking down consistent minutes.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Inching closer toward return Lokonga (hamstring) won't play against Nottingham Forest on Saturday, but he's inching closer to returning and could be back after the international break, manager Rob Edwards told...

Impact Lokonga has been out of action since going off at half time in the 4-1 loss to Liverpool on Feb. 21, and this will be his fourth straight absence. However, all signs point to the Arsenal loanee getting closer and closer to a return, as he hasn't suffered a setback in the recovery of a nagging hamstring problem. This means there's a chance Lokonga could be available when the Hatters take on Tottenham on March 30.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play again Lokonga (hamstring) is not an option for Wednesday's match against Bournemouth, the club announced.

Impact Lokanga will miss his third straight match Wednesday, still having yet to recover from a hamstring issue. This will leave Jordan Clark most likely getting the start again in Lokanga's place, as he will now look ahead to Saturday's match against Nottingham for a return to play. However, the club has yet to give much of an update on when the player is expected to return, so there is a chance he will be held out until after the international break.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out once more Lokonga (hamstring) won't be an option for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to manager Rob Edwards. "It's frustrating because they don't feel quite right yet. I don't w...

Impact Lokonga isn't going to be an option for Saturday's trip as he continues to work his way back from a hamstring injury. The midfielder is a major loss of course, though Luton Town are accustomed to playing without him as injuries have plagued Lokonga throughout the season. His first chance to return will be a March 13 trip to Bournemouth mid-week.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Villa Lokonga (hamstring) is out for Saturday's clash with Aston Villa, according to manager Rob Edwards.

Impact Lokonga won't be an option Saturday as he continues to struggle with a hamstring injury. The midfielder is a major loss to the starting XI. as he has been crucial since coming back from injury. It's not clear how long this issue will plague Lokonga, but his first chance to return will be a March 9 trip to Crystal Palace.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE