Kai Havertz has become the latest injury concern for Arsenal after suffering a setback during their mid-season training camp in Dubai. The forward reportedly picked up a muscular issue, prompting further medical assessments. With key players already sidelined, his condition could pose a challenge for Mikel Arteta’s team as they prepare for the upcoming games.
In this article, we will delve into the details of what happened to Kai Havertz and how it might affect the team in the upcoming games.
What happened to Kai Havertz?
Arsenal faces a fresh injury concern after Kai Havertz suffered a muscular issue during the team’s mid-season training camp in Dubai. While details of the injury remain unclear, reports suggest it may involve his hamstring. The German forward will now undergo further medical assessments to understand the extent of the injury.
This injury could not have come at a worse time for Arsenal, who are already short on attacking options. Gabriel Jesus is still sidelined, and Bukayo Saka has only recently resumed light training following a hamstring issue. With no new striker signed in the January transfer window, Havertz has been Arsenal’s primary attacking option.
Havertz has been a key player for Arsenal this season, contributing 15 goals in 34 matches across all competitions. Mikel Arteta previously described Havertz as a “powerhouse.” Arteta said, “He is a player that anything you ask him, he is happy to do: to run in zone six, to be very robust, to make long distances.“ (via ESPN)
Arsenal had intended for their Dubai trip to serve as a valuable break ahead of a critical stretch of matches. However, Havertz’s injury now raises concerns about their attacking lineup. With a Premier League clash against Leicester approaching, Havertz’s availability remains uncertain. If he is ruled out, Arsenal may need to adjust their attacking strategy once again.
