Earlier in the season, Albert Sambi Lokonga was associated with Premier League clubs such as Fulham. Despite these connections, the 25-year-old midfielder stayed at Arsenal and was later loaned to Sevilla, where he played 23 matches last season. His performances have maintained interest from several clubs, including Trabzonspor, who are actively seeking to enhance their midfield with the Belgian international. Fulham's interest reflected a wider acknowledgment of Lokonga's potential, as he aims for more regular first-team play away from Arsenal, where securing a starting position has been challenging. Lokonga remains under contract with Arsenal until June 2026, with a current market value of €8.00m, as reported by Transfermarkt, which has decreased from a peak of €16.00m in 2021.