Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has withdrawn from Germany’s squad for their upcoming Nations League matches in October due to a knee injury.
Havertz has been in excellent form at the start of the 2024/25 season, playing a key role in Arsenal’s strong performances in both the Premier League and Champions League. The former Chelsea attacker scored his fourth goal in as many games during Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Southampton at the Emirates, bringing his tally to six goals in all competitions this season.
However, his injury will be a concern for manager Mikel Arteta, with Arsenal’s title push set to continue later this month with an away fixture against Bournemouth.
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A statement from Germany’s national team on X confirmed Havertz’s absence, saying: “Kai Havertz will miss the upcoming international matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Netherlands due to knee problems.”
Following the win against Southampton, Arteta praised Havertz, stating: “When he’s practising, he wants more and he’s not satisfied because there’s another level in him. He’s surrounded by incredible players, but you can see the change in his confidence, and now he’s delivering in games and winning matches, which is fantastic.”
Arsenal were without several key players on Saturday, including Jurrien Timber and Ben White, though both are hopeful of returning when club football resumes. Captain Martin Ødegaard is also expected to be back in late October. On the bright side, summer signing Mikel Merino made his second appearance, and Takehiro Tomiyasu featured for the first time this season.