Surgery → Wasn't the season out? Havertz's dramatic return, Arteta's a possibility
May 03, 2025
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The possibility of Arsenal striker Kai Havertz returning within the season has been raised. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said at a press conference ahead of the match against Bournemouth on the 2nd (Korea time), `I think so,' about the possibility of Havertz's return.
Havertz injured his thigh during an off-season training session in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in January. The results of the diagnosis were shocking. There was a finding that the hamstring (back muscle of the thigh) was torn and surgery was needed. Back in London, Havertz was put on the operating table. It is predicted that he will not be able to return within this season. Arsenal also said in a statement that `Habertz will start recovery training immediately after the surgery and prepare for the next season.' However, after quick rehabilitation, it eventually came to the point where the possibility of returning within the season was mentioned.
Havertz had 15 goals-5 assists in 34 games of the season before his injury. He contributed to Arsenal's leap to the top by performing alone in the striker's line injury.
There were also ups and downs. In the third round of the FA Cup (round 64) against Manchester United, he was criticized by fans for missing a series of penalty kicks. Even sending threatening messages that went beyond DMing Havertz's wife who was pregnant. In the end, Havertz requested an investigation, and a 17-year-old boy was arrested as the culprit.
With Arsenal aiming to go to the final of the European Champions League, Havertz is expected to be able to put a lot of power on the attack if he returns.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
