Arsenal have been hit by a fresh injury concern after Kai Havertz missed the club\u2019s open training session on Wednesday and is set for a spell on the sidelines with a knee injury. The Germany international will undergo tests this week to determine the extent of the problem.<\/p>\n
Havertz\u2019s absence compounds a shortage at centre-forward. Gabriel Jesus is currently recovering from an ACL injury and remains unavailable, leaving Viktor Gyokeres as the only recognised forward in the Arsenal squad. That situation has prompted the club to consider reinforcements before the transfer window closes.<\/p>\n
The Athletic report that the Gunners will assess potential options in the transfer market ahead of September\u2019s deadline. Any approach would be intended to address the immediate need for senior forward cover while the medical team assesses Havertz\u2019s prognosis.<\/p>\n
Havertz had been Arsenal\u2019s leading scorer last season despite a disrupted campaign. The 26-year-old tore his hamstring during the club\u2019s warm weather training camp in Dubai in February and missed the majority of the run-in. That previous injury meant he missed a significant portion of the season before returning to contribute goals when fit.<\/p>\n
The club\u2019s medical tests this week are expected to clarify whether the knee issue will require an extended layoff or a shorter recovery period. Until those results are known Arsenal must plan for the possibility of prolonged absences among their senior forwards.<\/p>\n
The unfolding situation will be watched closely by supporters and by those tracking Premier League squad activity ahead of the September deadline. Arsenal\u2019s recruitment decisions in the coming days will be shaped by the medical findings and by the squad balance around the recognised forward options.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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