The 24-year-old Belgian is seeking more playing time and development opportunities after struggling to secure a regular starting position under Mikel Arteta.
According to a Spain reportThe loan deal also includes a purchase option at the end of the season, allowing Sevilla to make the transfer permanent if Lokonga meets their expectations. The journalist believes that this agreement benefits both clubs since it offers Arsenal an opportunity to further develop his player while also giving Sevilla access to an emerging talent.
However, earlier, and perhaps more reliable, reports They claim that Arsenal wants an obligation to purchase It is not an option. They want to sell Lokonga permanently rather than keep him for longer.
Those previous reports claim that negotiations between Arsenal and Sevilla are in an advanced stagebut the two clubs are still discussing the terms of the buyout clause, with Arsenal pushing for the aforementioned mandatory buyout clause set at €12m (£10.2m), and Sevilla preferring an option to buy.
Lokonga, who joined Arsenal in 2021 from AnderlechtHe has shown flashes of his potential but has faced stiff competition in midfield. A move to La Liga with Sevilla could provide him with the consistent playing time he needs to continue developing.
Last season, Lokonga’s loan move to Luton Town was hampered by injuriesbut he managed to regain his place in the team towards the end of the campaign, starting five consecutive times and delivering some solid performances. With few prospects at Arsenal, He has expressed his desire to leave the club. for more regular opportunities.
The proposed loan move to Sevilla seems like a suitable solution for all parties involved. It allows Lokonga to play regularly in a competitive league, gives Sevilla a promising talent and offers Arsenal the chance to recoup some of their initial investment in the player.
Lokonga still has two years left on his Arsenal contract and is… valued at about 15 million euros.