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Arsenal new boy Lokonga can’t wait for Premier League challenge after Chelsea outing

The DR Congo prospect has a feel of the Emirates Stadium with fans during Sunday's loss to Chelsea

New signing Albert Sambi Lokonga said Arsenal are ready for the 2021-22 Premier League season after their 2-1 defeat to Chelsea in a pre-season friendly match on Sunday.

The 21-year-old who joined the Gunners from Anderlecht last month, came off the bench in the 70th minute to make a good first impression with his performance in the middle of the park.

Granit Xhaka's equaliser was not enough as goals from Kai Havertz and Tammy Abraham helped the Blues come out on top at the Emirates Stadium.