Overview
- Kai Havertz has been back in team training since before Arsenal’s Dec. 23 League Cup win over Crystal Palace, with Mikel Arteta saying a return is only days away.
- Havertz underwent right‑knee surgery in late August and last featured on the Premier League’s opening day at Manchester United.
- He missed all Germany fixtures in 2025 due to injuries, leaving national‑team coaches tracking his fitness closely for 2026 considerations.
- Viktor Gyökeres has led the line and is Arsenal’s top scorer during Havertz’s absence, with Gabriel Jesus also competing for central attacking minutes.
- Transfermarkt now values Havertz at about €55 million, placing him behind Nick Woltemade at €70 million among German centre‑forwards.