Arsenal have confirmed that Kai Havertz has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a hamstring injury during the club’s midseason training camp in Dubai.
The club confirmed that Havertz will undego surgery in the next few days before beginning his recovery programme.
The injury comes as severe blow to Arsenal, who are now without a recognised striker given Gabriel Jesus has already been ruled out for the rest of the campaign following knee surgery.
Havertz has been a mainstay in Mikel Arteta’s side this season with 34 appearances in all competitions and is the club’s top scorer with 15 goals.
“We can confirm that Kai Havertz has sustained a hamstring injury during a training session in Dubai last week,” Arsenal said in a statement.
“Subsequent assessments and specialist reviews have confirmed that the injury will require surgery, which will take place in the coming days. Soon after surgery, Kai will begin his recovery and rehabilitation programme, which is expected to extend into pre-season preparations for next season.
“Everyone at the club is fully focused on supporting Kai to ensure he is back to full fitness as soon as possible.
