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Arsenal Striker Kai Havertz Leaves Germany Camp Early because of Muscle Strain
Arsenal are awaiting scan results after the forward lasted only 30 minutes and was forced off with a hamstring issue.
Arsenal forward Kai Havertz departed the Germany camp on Friday to return to London for hamstring assessment after sustaining a muscle strain during Thursday's UEFA Nations League clash with the Netherlands.
A collision with Quinten Timber during the 30th minute forced Havertz to exit the Nations League opener; the forward was seen holding his heavily bandaged hamstring after the reckless challenge.
The German Football Association confirmed the injury as a "muscle strain," though further testing with Arsenal's medical staff is required to determine severity and rule out long-term damage.
Manager Mikel Arteta has backup options including Viktor Gyokeres and Mikel Merino to lead Arsenal's attack before the Gunners host Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium on October 10.
The extended September-October international break grants Havertz over two weeks to recover, though his history is concerning: he missed three months after a 2025 hamstring injury and four months following a knee surgery.