Overview
- Fabrizio Romano reported the club met urgently to evaluate options at striker, attacking midfield or on the wing following Kai Havertz’s knee setback.
- Eberechi Eze has been signed to add depth on the left flank, in left midfield and in the number 10 role.
- The club has not disclosed the severity of the injury, and no recovery timetable has been confirmed.
- Havertz may miss the trip to Liverpool on August 31, with a challenging run featuring Nottingham Forest, Manchester City and Newcastle to follow.
- Last season was disrupted by injuries for Havertz, intensifying concern over his availability during this stretch.