Arsenal Transfer Plans Take Knock After Kai Havertz Setback

Arsenal received bad news on Wednesday: Kai Havertz has sustained a knee injury, which will be assessed more thoroughly in the coming hours, and he could face some time on the sidelines.

The 26-year-old German forward did not participate in the open training session held at the Emirates Stadium, immediately raising concerns about his physical condition. According to club sources, medical evaluations are still in the early stages, so the severity of the injury and the length of his absence remain uncertain.

The uncertainty surrounding Havertz's recovery time presents manager Mikel Arteta with an additional headache in his pre-season preparations.

Faced with this setback, the Gunners' management is already actively exploring the market for attacking options to cover the German international's absence, even after signing Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting.

The priority is to secure alternatives that can maintain the team's competitive edge at a crucial stage of the season.