Kai Havertz out for the season as Arsenal confirm hamstring injury

By Damian Spellman

Arsenal striker Kai Havertz will miss the remainder of the season after being told he needs surgery to repair a hamstring injury.

The Gunners confirmed on Thursday afternoon that the damage the 25-year-old Germany international suffered during a warm-weather training camp in Dubai last week requires an operation.

Havertz will then begin a period of rehabilitation which will rule him out until the summer.

A statement on Arsenal’s official website said: “We can confirm that Kai Havertz has sustained a hamstring injury during a training session in Dubai last week.

“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.”