ARSENAL have released a statement with an update on the injury of Kai Havertz.

The German forward has been ruled out for the remainder of the season with a hamstring tear.

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Havertz, 25, picked up the injury during the club’s training camp in Dubai and will need to undergo surgery.

The club confirmed in a statement that this was the case.

It was also revealed that the former Chelsea star will have a recovery programme that will run into the pre-season training for the 2025/26 campaign.

It read: “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.”

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