Albert Sambi Lokonga explains Arsenal training camp absence

Albert Sambi Lokonga is out of Arsenal's preseason camp in Germany.

The Belgian midfielder insists his absence is due to injury, despite transfer speculation around his future.

Lokonga remains in London with his teammates now in Germany.

Lokonga, 23, posted on Instagram: Due to a muscular injury, I'll sadly not be part of the summer camp with the team in Germany.

I'm [focused] now on my recovery to prepare the season and be ready to help the team at my fullest capacity."