Albert Sambi Lokonga

HSV

• #6 • Center Midfielder

Albert Sambi Lokonga

HSV

• #6 • Center Midfielder

Nationality

Belgium

Preferred Foot

Right

Birthdate

Oct 22, 1999

Age

Height

6'0"

Weight

148 lb

Primary Position

Secondary Position

Role

Deep-Lying Playmaker

League

Bundesliga

Club

Hamburger SV

Apr 23, 2026

Late call Saturday

Lokonga (thigh) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after returning to partial team training, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Sambi is partially participating in team training, and we will see if that is enough for the weekend squad."

Analysis: Lokonga's return to partial training is an encouraging step after the thigh issue kept him on the sidelines, though coach Merlin Polzin's cautious comments suggest a place in the matchday squad is not guaranteed. The midfielder had been a regular starter before the injury, and while an immediate return to the starting lineup seems unlikely given the time he has been out, he could work his way back into the first eleven over the coming matches as he regains full fitness. His availability for Saturday will be determined following further assessment ahead of the fixture.

Apr 21, 2026

Training individually

Lokonga (thigh) is back in individual training, according to Bild.

Analysis: Lokonga is seeing progress from his thigh injury and is nearing a return, as the midfielder has trained to the side. This leaves him in limbo, moving forward, needing to join team training before he is deemed fit. Saturday's match will then come quickly for him, potentially an option, but appearing to be too early at the moment.