Overview

• Club statement says Havertz underwent a successful minor procedure following a knee issue identified after the August 17 win at Manchester United.
• Multiple outlets report Arsenal expect a return in weeks rather than months, though some reports citing The Athletic suggest a longer timeline.
• Havertz will miss the trip to Liverpool and nearby fixtures, including the opening phase of the Champions League campaign.
• Arsenal’s attacking depth is stretched with Bukayo Saka out for several weeks, Martin Odegaard nursing a shoulder problem, and Gabriel Jesus still in long-term ACL recovery.
• Eberechi Eze’s £60m arrival was hastened after the setback and Viktor Gyokeres is set to lead the line during Havertz’s rehabilitation, while the player posted he will be “back soon.”