Kai Havertz Knee Surgery Update | Arsenal | Daily Injury

2025-08-29 — 4 min read

Arsenal midfielder Kai Havertz has undergone knee surgery following an injury sustained during the opening Premier League match, and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, missing key league and international fixtures.

Details of the Injury and Surgery

Havertz initially sustained the injury during the win against Manchester United. Recent tests confirmed the need for minor knee surgery—now complete—with Arsenal and Germany confirming his absence from upcoming games. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Impact for Arsenal & National Team

His absence removes a valuable midfield option at a critical phase. Arsenal may need to reshuffle midfield roles, while Germany’s qualifying campaign will be affected by the loss of his versatility.

Losing Havertz disrupts both Arsenal’s early season momentum and Germany’s scheduling plans. Managers must adapt quickly in his absence.