Catch all the latest Arsenal news, including an explanation on how Kai Havertz injured him hamstring, Mikel Arteta’s stance on signing a free agent and Arsenal’s contract talks with Leandro Trossard.
Arsenal travel to Leicester City knowing that three points are a must in their pursuit of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table.
Mikel Arteta will be hoping that his under-strength Arsenal squad will be able to cope with the injuries to Kai Havertz and Gabriel Martinelli whilst on a mid-season break to Dubai.
So with the big game on the horizon, here’s a look at the latest Arsenal news in the build up to the clash at the King Power Stadium.
Kai Havertz injury explained by Mikel Arteta
Kai Havertz will miss the remainder of the season after tearing his hamstring in a Dubai training session, the German striker is set for surgery on the injury.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of Leicester v Arsenal, Arteta explained how the injury to Havertz occurred.
Arteta stated: “He was going to stop a shot after a set piece and he stretched the leg and he felt his hamstring.”
Read more on Arteta’s explanation of Havertz’s injury.
Mikel Arteta reveals Arsenal are looking at all possibilities amid injury crisis
Arteta has revealed that Arsenal will look to explore the free agent market following the devastating injuries suffered by the club.
Arteta is left with just three fit forwards in Leandro Trossard, Raheem Sterling and youngster Ethan Nwaneri.
Arteta stated: “We’ll explore every possible situation and make a decision from there.” When quizzed on the situation at his pre-match press conference.
Read more on Arteta’s stance on signing free agents for Arsenal.
Arsenal open fresh contract talks with Leandro Trossard
Leandro Trossard rejected Arsenal’s contract offer back in January but it seems that the club are looking to open fresh talks with the Belgian winger.
Some reports suggest an agreement is close between Arsenal and Trossard but it is believed that Jason Ayto is keen to talk to the Belgian’s representatives to extend his stay at the Emirates Stadium.
The Belgian international has scored five goals this season and will be vital in the rest of the campaign being Arsenal’s most senior forward.
Read more on Arsenal’s fresh Trossard contract talks.
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