Continue to monitor Havertz's training status as his return is imminent.
2026-01-08 06:06
Arsenal will host Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in a key match of the 21st round of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Mikel Arteta has stated that German midfielder Kai Havertz has recently resumed training and is close to returning to the squad.
Last August, 26-year-old Havertz was sidelined for a period of time due to a knee injury.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said, "We have been closely monitoring Kai Havertz's training load. He has been out for a long time for two reasons and is now very close to returning. He participated in training again today, and hopefully we can welcome Havertz back in the best possible condition."
"Karapiori and Mosquera are not yet available to play, but I think they will be back soon. They need to get into the final stages of their rehabilitation. If all goes well, hopefully they will be in the squad soon."
Furthermore, Arsenal defeated Bournemouth 3-2 in their last Premier League match, thanks to goals from Gabriel and Rice. With this fifth consecutive win, Arsenal currently sit atop the table with 48 points, five points ahead of second-placed Manchester City.
Speaking about defender Incapie's performance, Arteta said, "He joined the team very late in the previous transfer window, did not participate in preseason training, and was after surgery. But he performed very well in all aspects we asked of him and fulfilled his duties in different positions."
“I think his arrival has brought a huge boost to the team and further enriched the performance he can offer.”
