Kai Havertz has failed to fully impress in his first months with the London team since his arrival
Arteta prefers to highlight Havertz’s integral contribution beyond the statistics of goals and assists
Arsenal’s star signing this summer, Kai Havertz, from Chelsea for €75 million, has failed to fully impress in his first months with the London team. With Only 1 goal and 1 assist in 18 games, the German forward’s performance has generated some concern among fans, but Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has come out in defense of Havertz.
Despite Havertz’s modest numbers in terms of goals and assists, Arteta expressed his satisfaction with the player’s overall performance. The Spanish coach highlighted Havertz’s contribution in other areas of the field and underlined his importance to the team. In a recent statement, Arteta stated: “I can say that I am very happy with his performance. If we look at the numbers of what he is producing in front of goal, we have to improve them… but In many other areas of the field, what he brings to the team is really important“.
Arteta seems focused on highlighting Havertz’s integral contribution beyond goals and assists statistics.. Players adapting to new leagues and teams often takes time, and the Arsenal manager is confident that Havertz will continue to improve and contribute to the team’s success in various facets of the game.