Arsenal lose Kai Havertz at the start of the season | OneFootball

The Gunners lose another card before the season even starts.

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Arsenal's attacking options have taken another significant blow with the news that Kai Havertz is facing another spell on the sidelines.

The German international, who had only just returned from a hamstring issue that sidelined him at the start of the year, has now sustained a knee injury.

Severe lack of offensive options

The exact severity and expected recovery time for the new injury are still being evaluated by the club's medical staff. However, his absence was immediately felt as he was unable to participate in the team's training session this morning. This latest setback leaves manager Mikel Arteta with a serious shortage in the forward line. With long-term absentee Gabriel Jesus still working his way back from a cruciate ligament rupture, summer signing Viktor Gyökeres is now the only recognized senior striker available.

This lack of depth may compel the North London club to enter the transfer market for an unexpected solution. In related news, the club's recent intention to extend the contract of Leandro Trossard could prove timely. While the Belgian's natural role is on the wing, he offers a potential alternative in the central striking position during this injury crisis.