Arsenal are working on the recoveries of key stars.
Patience key as Arsenal manage recoveries of stars
Arsenal are taking their time with the return of Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz. The club has said that neither of these players is being hurried at all to return to the training ground. There will be no rush for anyone to return as well.
Although, the absence of the players has caused a problem to Arsenal’s rhythm. The squad is still resolved to maintain their momentum through what has been a rocky start to the season.
**Mikel Arteta**’s management of their fitness is considered important, especially given the time they face. The last time Havertz was seen was the opening day win over Man United. At the time, he made a substitution appearance.
Meanwhile, Odegaard is coming back from two different injuries. First, his shoulder and now his knee. Their return at this time may bring creativity and composure. These are the main factors of Arsenal’s midfield unit.
🚨🔴 Injury expert Ben Dinnery on when Arteta should reintegrate Odegaard and Havertz 👀:
"I think you look at the two individually. Odegaard certainly hasn’t spent collectively as much time on the sidelines as Havertz.
Havertz is coming back and has had a heavily disrupted… pic.twitter.com/aATKr8hzpW
— Arsenal Zone (@ArsenalZNE) October 28, 2025
Return expected after November
End of November international window is advised as the time of the return for both players. Thus, granting them time prior to Arsenal’s tight run of matches which can determine their season.
The medical and coaching staff of the club are said to be in regular touch to prepare the two players for the busy period. A long-term vision is at the core of Arteta’s direction. So coming back of Odegaard’s leadership and Havertz’ attacking energy might be the very thing that Arsenal needs.
Author’s opinion:
The choice made by Arsenal to prioritize full recovery at the expense of short-term benefit is a mature one in our view. If both players were to come back fit, they could really help the North London side in the race for silverware this season.
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