Arsenal update on squad injuries: Havertz is set to return.

2025-12-27 09:53

Arsenal update on squad injuries: Havertz is set to return.

At the pre-match press conference before the Premier League game against Brighton, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provided an update on the recovery progress of key players, which gave Arsenal a boost during this crucial period of fighting for points.

The most exciting news for fans is undoubtedly the return of Kai Havertz. The German international has been sidelined since suffering a serious knee injury in the season opener. Mikel Arteta revealed that Havertz has returned to training and his comeback is imminent: "It's only a few days away. He brings a different dimension to the team, and we've missed him terribly."

In contrast, defensive stalwart Gabriel dos Santos' recovery is progressing more slowly. He has yet to participate in full training due to an injury sustained during international matches in November. Arteta stated frankly that the defense is currently short-handed, and the team is eagerly awaiting his return, but they still need to wait for his recovery progress.

Furthermore, Arteta expressed his delight at Gabriel Jesus' successful return. In the recent League Cup match against Crystal Palace, Jesus celebrated his 100th appearance for Arsenal and made his first start since suffering a knee injury in January.

Arteta emphasized that Jesus is currently in excellent physical condition and the team is using scientific time management to ensure his safe return to high-intensity competition.

With the return of the attacking duo of Havertz and Jesus, Arsenal are expected to rediscover their attacking firepower from the start of the season in the upcoming packed schedule.

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