Arsenal have suffered a major injury blow, with Kai Havertz set to miss the remainder of the 2024/25 season after sustaining a hamstring injury during the club’s warm-weather training camp in Dubai.

Havertz the 25-year-old German international, who has been a key figure for Mikel Arteta’s side, has recorded 15 goals and 5 assists in 34 matches this season. His absence leaves Arsenal’s attack severely weakened as they chase Premier League and Champions League success.

Growing Injury Concerns in Arsenal’s Attack

Havertz’s injury further compounds Arsenal’s ongoing struggles in attack, with several key players already sidelined:

Bukayo Saka Recovering from hamstring surgery in December, expected return in March,Gabriel Martinelli Sidelined for at least one month after suffering a hamstring injury vs. Newcastle (Feb 5) and Gabriel Jesus out due to a left knee ACL injury, adding to Arsenal’s attacking woes.

With these setbacks, Mikel Arteta now has just three senior attacking options available: Leandro Trossard, Ethan Nwaneri, and Raheem Sterling.

Arsenal’s January Transfer Window Gamble

Arsenal’s failure to secure attacking reinforcements in the January transfer window could prove costly. The club explored signing Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, but negotiations stalled. Instead, Arsenal decided to prioritize long-term targets for the summer, leaving Arteta short of firepower in the crucial phase of the season.

Upcoming Fixtures: A Tough Challenge Ahead

The Gunners now face a critical stretch of fixtures with a depleted squad:

Leicester City (Away) – Saturday
West Ham United (Home) – February 22

Arsenal must now navigate these challenges with a limited attacking lineup, raising concerns over their ability to maintain momentum in both domestic and European competitions.

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