Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has been forced to withdraw from the Germany squad for their upcoming Nations League matches against Bosnia-Herzegovina and the Netherlands due to a knee injury. The German Football Association confirmed the news on Sunday, noting that Havertz’s left knee injury forced him to withdraw.
Havertz, who has been in impressive form for Arsenal this season, scoring four goals and providing an assist in the Premier League, played the full 90 minutes in Arsenal’s recent 3-1 victory over Southampton. However, the injury has now sidelined him from international duty. Germany’s head coach Julian Nagelsmann has called up Mainz forward Jonathan Burkardt as a replacement for Havertz.
It is still unclear how serious Havertz’s issue is, so Mikel Arteta will be hoping the Germans withdrawal is only a precaution. Kai Havertz will have two weeks to rest and heal before Arsenal’s Premier League match against Bournemouth.
The German squad also faces challenges in the goalkeeping department, with Hoffenheim’s Oliver Baumann set to start following the retirement of Manuel Neuer and the injury to Barcelona’s Marc-André ter Stegen.
Havertz’s injury is a significant setback for both the player and the national team, as he has been a crucial part of Arsenal’s early-season success. Arsenal fans will be hoping for a swift recovery for their in-form forward.
GIPHY App Key not set. Please check settings