Arsenal injury update: Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka latest news and return dates | OneFootball

Mikel Arteta running out of options in attack after Havertz blow

Arsenal have confirmed a major injury blow that could affect their chances of ending the season with silverware.

The Gunners return to Premier League action at Leicester on Saturday as they bid to hunt down leaders Liverpool.

But Arsenal, who also have a Champions League last-16 tie on the horizon, have been dealt a huge blow after Kai Havertz suffered an injury during their warm-weather training camp in Dubai.

Blow: Kai Havertz will miss the rest of the season

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Kai Havertz

Havertz sustained a hamstring injury in training and it has been confirmed the German will miss the remainder of the season.

An Arsenal statement reads: “We can confirm that Kai Havertz has sustained a hamstring injury during a training session in Dubai last week.

“Subsequent assessments and specialist reviews have confirmed that the injury will require surgery, which will take place in the coming days. Soon after surgery, Kai will begin his recovery and rehabilitation programme, which is expected to extend into pre-season preparations for next season.

“Everyone at the club is fully focused on supporting Kai to ensure he is back to full fitness as soon as possible.”

Potential return date: Next season

Gabriel Martinelli

Gabriel Martinelli injured his hamstring in the defeat at Newcastle.

Arteta confirmed Martinelli was set for a scan and reports suggest the Brazilian is facing more than a month out.

That would mean Martinelli would miss Premier League fixtures against Leicester, West Ham and Nottingham Forest, and make his a doubt for games against Manchester United on March 9 and Chelsea on March 16.

Setback: Gabriel Martinelli is facing a spell on the sidelines

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Martinelli is also a doubt for the first leg of Arsenal’s Champions League last-16, whoever they are drawn against.

Potential return date: March/April 2025

Bukayo Saka

Bukayo Saka underwent hamstring surgery in December and has not featured since, with Arsenal fearing he could be ruled out until March.

Saka was included in the squad who travelled to Dubai, with Arteta inviting injury players on the trip to continue their rehab there.

Fresh reports over the weekend claimed Saka is due back at the start of March.

Recovering: Saka travelled with the Arsenal squad to Dubai

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The Gunners are said to be targeting their Champions League last 16 first leg on either March 4 or 5, or their trip to Manchester United on March 9.

But Arteta is unlikely to take any risks by rushing Saka back too soon.

Potential return date: March

Ben White

Ben White has not featured since undergoing surgery on a knee injury back in November.

But the defender returned to Arsenal training in Dubai and there is a hope he will be able to feature against Leicester this weekend.

Back: Ben White has returned to Arsenal training

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His return would be a major boost for Arsenal ahead of a key run of games in February, with Arsenal facing big games against West Ham and Nottingham Forest.

Potential return date: vs Leicester on February 15

Takehiro Tomiyasu

Takehiro Tomiyasu could be forced to undergo surgery for a second time in a bid to resolve the knee injury that has ruined his season.

Tomiyasu has played just six minutes for the Gunners this season and the club are now considering various options, including surgery, in a bid to get the defender back to fitness, though no decision has yet been made.

Gabriel Jesus

Gabriel Jesus is not expected to play again this season after undergoing surgery on a serious knee injury sustained in January.

Potential return date: Late 2025