The new injury problem of Arsenal have upset the plans of securing the title in the Premier League. Kai Havertz suffered a frustrating blow that is pushing his return to January as he will miss Everton vs Arsenal. The German has been out since August due to surgery on his knee. He was on the point of returning to the Arsenal squad last month. However, a problem during the training session slowed down the entire process.
Havertz’s Timeline Reset: From Weeks to Months
Reports from The Daily Mail confirm Kai Havertz faced complications in late-November sessions, resetting his recovery clock. He initially eyed a December return with Everton vs Arsenal. However, the 26-year-old now targets squad selection around January clash. He might come back with Liverpool or the FA Cup tie against Portsmouth three days later.
Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann had hinted at a failure earlier. But Arsenal’s medical team insists it’s a minor hiccup—though the delay stings amid a tight calendar. Arteta, speaking ahead of Saturday’s Everton trip, remained silent but realized the “nightmare scenario,” and praising Havertz’s resilience.
🚨 Arteta: “Kai Havertz is progressing really well and quite fast in the last few weeks”.
“We are really positive, if everything continues like that, that he is going to be with us soon”. pic.twitter.com/3DFRh1YyuA
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 19, 2025
Defensive Doubles: White and Gabriel Updates
Adding to the crisis, Ben White’s hamstring pull against Wolves could sideline him for a month, with scans confirming seriousness. Central defender Gabriel, nursing a knee issue from Brazil duty, eyes a festive return. He will potentially return for December 30’s Aston Villa match. Mikel Arteta told Gabriel’s progress is encouraging, offering a sliver of hope.
Sad News for Arsenal as the wait for Kai Havertz continues. The German striker suffered a fresh setback in his recovery, just as he was nearing a return to full training. The delay is expected to push his comeback to mid-January at the earliest, ruling him out of the festive… pic.twitter.com/L2NMQDEr8f
— Football Fans Tribe 🇳🇬 ⚽ (@FansTribeHQ) December 19, 2025
Fixtures Fire: Impact on Festive Run
These punches try the depths of Arsenal with both Everton and Villa and Liverpool following on tomorrow. Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus will have to take some responsibility. But the rotation of the squad made by Arteta will be crucial. They can rebuild their flow in January, but until that time, strength characterizes the determination of the Emirates.
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