Last updated on February 15, 2025
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Things keep getting worse for Arsenal as Havertz is set to miss the rest of the season through injury.
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faces a major selection headache after losing Kai Havertz for the remainder of the season.
With the club already short on attacking options, the Gunners may be forced to explore the free-agent market to bolster their squad.
Havertz suffered a hamstring tear during Arsenal’s mid-season training camp in Dubai, leaving Arteta without a recognized senior striker.
With no new forward secured in the January transfer window, the manager now faces a tough decision: reshuffle his squad to cover the void or bring in an out-of-contract player to fill the gap.
When questioned about the possibility of signing a free agent, Arteta remained open-minded. “We’ll explore every possible situation and make a decision from there,” he said, refusing to rule out an emergency signing.
Who Could Arsenal Sign?
The list of available strikers is limited, but some experienced names could provide a short-term fix:
