Arsenal’s injury concerns continue to mount, with Kai Havertz the latest player to suffer a setback during their warm-weather training camp in Dubai. The 25-year-old midfielder is set to undergo further assessment to determine his availability for Arsenal’s upcoming Premier League clash against Leicester City on Saturday.
While the severity of Havertz’s injury remains unclear, his potential absence would present a significant challenge for manager Mikel Arteta. The Gunners, who opted against reinforcing their attacking options in the recent transfer window, are already coping with the loss of key forwards.
Havertz had been expected to play a pivotal role in leading Arsenal’s attack for the remainder of the season. Arteta previously acknowledged that the German international might be required to feature in every match due to squad limitations.
Gabriel Jesus has been ruled out for the season following an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained last month. Bukayo Saka, sidelined since December, remains hopeful of making a return next month after traveling with the squad to the Middle East. Meanwhile, Gabriel Martinelli’s injury, sustained in Arsenal’s Carabao Cup semi-final defeat to Newcastle, has further depleted the attacking ranks.
Arteta is expected to provide an update on Havertz’s condition during his pre-match press conference on Friday. The Gunners currently trail Premier League leaders Liverpool by six points, having played one game more.
