Mikel Arteta makes key decision over Kai Havertz ahead of Arsenal's clash against Aston Villa

Kai Havertz has been named in Arsenal’s squad to face Aston Villa on Tuesday evening following his return from injury.

The German attacker has not featured for the Gunners since the opening game of the season against Manchester United.

Gyokeres, Jesus, Merino or Havertz

Havertz underwent surgery on his knee, and after four months on the sidelines, the 26-year-old could finally make his long-awaited return.

Arteta has now opted to name the former Chelsea man in his squad for the huge Premier League clash against Aston Villa.

Arsenal name Kai Havertz in squad to face Aston Villa

Arsenal have selected Kai Havertz to be part of the squad to face Aston Villa, according to Hand of Arsenal.

The North London club still need to decide on his inclusion in the official match-day team sheet, and that will become apparent tomorrow.

Havertz has been targeting a return in December, and that looks set to be the case, with the striker likely to be available to face Villa.

The German international has a really impressive record playing up front for the Gunners, producing 32 goal contributions in 48 matches.

It comes just at the right moment for Mikel Arteta’s team, with Viktor Gyokeres really struggling against Brighton over the weekend.

The Spanish manager now has four strikers to select from, with Mikel Merino and Gabriel Jesus also among his options.

There is yet more positive news as Ben White is also in contention to make his return against Aston Villa, adds Hand of Arsenal.

It was expected that White would be sidelined for one month, but the defender appears to have made a swift return.

Jurrien Timber remains a doubt for the game in N5, therefore, having the England international back available would be a huge boost.