Mikel Arteta's Arsenal suffer Kai Havertz blow: Details here
What's the story
In a major blow, Arsenal's Kai Havertz could be ruled out for the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.
The versatile German forward sustained the injury during Arsenal's warm-weather training camp in Dubai.
The development leaves the Gunners without a single fully fit recognized striker as they look to close the gap on Liverpool in the Premier League.
Injury update
Havertz's injury assessment and Arsenal's striker crisis
As per Sky Sports, Havertz returned to London with his teammates on Tuesday night, and his injury is set to be evaluated further today and tomorrow.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is expected to provide an update on Havertz's condition at a news conference on Friday.
This comes as another blow for Arsenal who have already lost Gabriel Jesus for the season due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in their FA Cup defeat against Manchester United.
Additional injuries
Arsenal's injury woes continue with Martinelli and Saka
The team's injury woes don't end as Gabriel Martinelli is also expected to be out for over a month with a hamstring problem, picked up in their Carabao Cup semi-final loss against Newcastle.
Further, Bukayo Saka has been missing since December 21 due to a hamstring issue. However, there is some hope as he was part of Arsenal's training squad in Dubai and could return next month.
Transfer struggles
Arsenal's failed attempts to strengthen forward line
The possible loss of Havertz for the season is a huge blow for Arsenal, particularly after their failed attempts to strengthen their forward line in the January transfer window.
Arteta had said the club wanted to strengthen up front, but a late bid for Ollie Watkins was rejected by Aston Villa in the final week of January.
This leaves Arsenal with few options as they navigate through the rest of the season without a recognized center-forward.
Information
15 goals and 4 assists this season for Havertz
Havertz has bagged 15 goals and 4 assists in all competitions for Arsenal this season. 9 of his goals have come in the Premier League from 21 appearances (A3). Since his move from Chelsea, Havertz owns 29 goals and 11 assists for the Gunners from 85 appearances across competitions.