October 06, (THEWILL) – Arsenal forward Kai Havertz will not participate in Germany’s upcoming Nations League fixtures due to knee problems, the German national team has confirmed. The 24-year-old striker, who played the complete match during Arsenal’s recent English Premier League victory against Southampton, has been removed from the squad for matches against Bosnia-Herzegovina and the Netherlands.
The German international has been in remarkable form this season, contributing six goals across all competitions for Arsenal, alongside one assist. His most recent goal came during the weekend’s triumph over Southampton, marking a significant achievement in the process. Havertz became the first Arsenal player since Robin van Persie to score in seven consecutive home appearances, matching the Dutch forward’s record from December 2011 to March 2012.
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has moved swiftly to address the squad adjustment, calling up Jonathan Burkardt to replace Havertz in the national team setup. The extent of Havertz’s knee issue remains unclear, creating uncertainty regarding his availability for Arsenal following the international break.
The striker’s absence comes at a crucial period for both his club and national team. Arsenal currently maintain their third position in the League title race, while Germany prepares for important Nations League fixtures. The timing of this injury could potentially impact Arsenal’s upcoming fixtures, though the club has not yet released an official statement regarding his condition.
The development represents a setback for both Arsenal and Germany, considering Havertz’s current run of form. His consistent goal-scoring record at the Emirates Stadium has established him among the League’s most effective forwards this season, making his temporary absence particularly significant for both teams.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
