Klopp warns Arsenal of Havertz setback after MRI reveals muscle issue
At Arsenal’s training ground, Jurgen Klopp stood beside a quiet scanner as medical staff examined Kai Havertz. The atmosphere was tense, the German forward’s face set in concentration while the club’s medical team prepared an MRI. Klopp’s words hinted at a serious problem that could sideline the striker for weeks.
MRI confirms injury concerns
Klopp announced that Havertz had already undergone an MRI scan and is expected to miss the remainder of the international break. “Both are currently undergoing an MRI,” the Germany manager told RTL, referring to Havertz and teammate Jamal Musiala. He added that the club hopes the diagnosis will prove “nothing serious”, but warned the Gunners may be without their first‑choice centre‑forward.
Setback during Nations League
Havertz started up front for Germany in Thursday evening’s Nations League clash with the Netherlands, only to be forced off after thirty minutes. A challenge from Quentin Timber – the twin brother of his Arsenal teammate Jurrien – left the German with a muscle issue that required immediate testing. The match ended in a point‑sharing draw, and Germany also lost Musiala to a late warm‑up knock.
Mikel Arteta has consistently preferred Havertz over Viktor Gyokeres in Arsenal’s biggest games last season, and the German has been the clear first‑choice striker this term. Havertz has started all five Premier League fixtures, scoring twice, while Gyokeres has logged just twenty‑nine minutes of top‑flight action.
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Arsenal return to the Emirates on 10 October to host Leeds United, hoping their leading striker will be fit for the encounter. The club will be keen to have Havertz available, as the Gunners look to maintain their attacking momentum.
Injuries have plagued the former Bayer Leverkusen youngster. He did not start a league game until the end of January after a knee injury suffered at the start of the 2025‑26 season, and later missed five games due to further muscular problems. A hamstring injury during a warm‑weather camp in Dubai forced surgery, keeping him out for over three months in the second half of the 2024‑25 campaign.
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With Havertz’s status uncertain, Arsenal may have to rely on Gyokeres, who has seen limited minutes, or explore other options to fill the striker role. The club’s depth will be tested as the season progresses.