Arsenal suffers fresh blow on the recovery of key man

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·19 de novembro de 2025

Arsenal suffers fresh blow on the recovery of key man

Arsenal have suffered a fresh setback in their efforts to bring Kai Havertz back onto the pitch. The German attacker has endured an injury-prone spell in recent months and has been unavailable since making only a brief appearance at the start of the season. His prolonged absence has posed challenges for the squad, particularly as the club navigates a demanding campaign with ambitions of securing major silverware.

Mounting Fitness Concerns

Arsenal initially managed to cope with the loss of Havertz thanks to the arrival of Viktor Gyokeres, whose presence softened the impact of the German’s spell on the sidelines. However, Gyokeres has since picked up an injury of his own, leaving the team without two key attacking options. This situation places considerable pressure on Mikel Merino, who is currently the only available player capable of filling that role. For a club with aspirations of winning significant trophies, relying on a single option in such an important position is far from ideal.

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The injury to Gyokeres has reinforced the reality that squad depth, while valuable, cannot fully protect a team from the consequences of multiple simultaneous injuries. Mikel Arteta had been hopeful that Havertz would return to action immediately after the November international break, a timeline that would have eased concerns and restored balance to the attacking setup. Instead, the situation has taken an unwelcome turn.

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Relapse in Recovery

According to Metro Sport, Havertz has suffered a relapse in his recovery, a development that will extend his spell on the sidelines beyond what Arsenal had initially anticipated. This represents a significant disappointment for the club, as they are keen to keep their strongest players fit and available throughout a long and demanding season. The attacker’s setback disrupts Arteta’s planning and reduces tactical flexibility at a time when fixture congestion typically intensifies.

Arsenal now face an anxious wait as they monitor Havertz’s condition, hoping that the relapse does not lead to an extended absence. With crucial fixtures ahead and expectations continuing to grow, the club understand the importance of having a fully fit squad. They will be eager for positive news in the coming weeks as they attempt to maintain momentum and minimise the impact of this latest injury blow.

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