October 8th 2024.
It seems that Arsenal fans can breathe a sigh of relief as it has been reported that Kai Havertz's knee injury is not as serious as initially feared. The talented forward has been dealing with this minor issue since last season, but the club is confident that he will be available for their upcoming game against Bournemouth after the international break.
Havertz has been in top form this season, scoring four goals and providing an assist in the Premier League. He has also been unstoppable at the Emirates, scoring in the last seven matches he has played there. It's clear that he has found his groove in his No.9 role under the guidance of Mikel Arteta.
With Germany playing in the Nations League, Havertz was surely hoping to continue his impressive form on the international stage. However, it was announced that he would not be joining his national team due to some knee problems. Instead, Mainz's Jonathan Burkardt was called up to replace him for their matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Netherlands.
This news came as a surprise to Arsenal fans, especially since Havertz played the full 90 minutes and scored a crucial equaliser in their recent 3-1 win against Southampton. According to The Sun, the 25-year-old has been dealing with this knee issue since last season, and it was still affecting him during Germany's European Championship campaign this summer.
But despite this, Arsenal is not too worried about Havertz's fitness. The club's medical staff believes that it is just a result of the wear and tear from a busy schedule of both club and international football. Injuries have been a concern for Arsenal lately, with players like Mikel Merino, Ben White, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Oleksandr Zinchenko, and club captain Martin Odegaard all sidelined.
There were hopes that White would be back for their game against Southampton, but unfortunately, he was not. However, there was some good news as Tomiyasu made his return from a knee injury and was able to play a part in their comeback victory. As for Odegaard, it's still uncertain when he will be able to make his comeback. Arteta explained that although the midfielder is working hard and feeling good, it's difficult to give a timeline for his return.
So, while Arsenal may have some injury concerns, it seems that Havertz's knee problem is not a major worry for the club. Fans will be eagerly awaiting his return to the pitch after the international break, hoping that he can continue his impressive form and help the team climb up the Premier League table.
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