Arsenal’s injury problems have intensified with Kai Havertz suffering another muscle injury that could sideline the Germany attacker for up to four matches. The setback adds to manager Mikel Arteta’s growing list of unavailable players across multiple positions. According to Bbc.com.
Havertz muscle injury threatens month-long absence amid Arsenal crisis
The forward will definitely miss Thursday’s Premier League clash at Brentford and Sunday’s FA Cup tie against Wigan. Havertz is also considered doubtful for the crucial north London derby against Tottenham on 22 February, with next week’s league fixture against Wolves potentially affected too.
This latest setback represents another frustrating chapter in Havertz’s injury-plagued campaign. The attacker had only recently returned from a knee problem sustained on the opening day of the season, which had kept him sidelined for approximately five months before his comeback.
His injury troubles stretch back further, having required surgery on a hamstring problem picked up during a training camp in Dubai in February 2025. That issue forced him to miss the remainder of last season, highlighting a concerning pattern of fitness problems.
Arteta’s squad depth is being severely tested with midfielder Mikel Merino also unavailable following surgery on a foot problem. Captain Martin Odegaard, England attacker Bukayo Saka and promising youngster Max Dowman have all been missing through injury in recent weeks.
The timing proves particularly challenging for Arsenal as they navigate a crucial period featuring key domestic fixtures. Havertz had managed to score twice since returning from his previous injury layoff, making his absence a significant blow to the team’s attacking options.
