Arsenal may turn Havertz injury into Gyökeres breakthrough

Arsenal London face the loss of Kai Havertz after the German national team midfielder limped off in the Nations League clash with the Netherlands, while manager Mikel Arteta now eyes a striker who has barely featured this season.

Gyökeres eyes a fresh start

Viktor Gyökeres, who has started only two of Arsenal's seven Premier League outings this campaign, could finally earn regular minutes. The Swedish forward has yet to score for the Gunners, but his recent Nations League performance offers a glimmer of hope.

Potential impact if form returns

Gyökeres helped Sweden beat Poland, netting the third goal in the 72nd minute of a 3‑1 victory and staying on the pitch until the 89th minute. Should he replicate that level in the Premier League, Arsenal London may see a surge in goals to cover Havertz’s absence.

Arteta’s tactical reshuffle will likely see Gyökeres thrust into the front line, a role he flirted with during the winter transfer window when a departure was rumored. The Londoners remain optimistic that Havertz’s injury is short‑term, yet the uncertainty forces a swift re‑planning of the attack.

If Gyökeres can convert his Nations League form into league goals, Arsenal could mitigate the blow and keep their season on track despite the setback.