Arsenal has encountered another injury setback just as they gear up for crucial matches against Brentford and Tottenham in the Premier League title race. The latest concern involves German forward Kai Havertz, who is expected to be sidelined owing to a muscular problem. This comes at a critical junction for the team, with pivotal fixtures on the horizon that could impact their standing in the league.

Havertz's absence will be felt keenly during the upcoming North London Derby against fierce rivals Tottenham, as well as against Brentford, Wolves, and Wigan. This injury follows a prolonged period during which Havertz was recovering from a knee injury that had kept him out for a significant part of the first half of the season. His earlier injury was sustained in a match against Manchester United, which required a surgical procedure to properly heal, and had limited the attacking options for manager Mikel Arteta until Havertz returned to the squad.

The timing of Havertz's latest injury is particularly unfortunate for Arsenal as they are in the midst of a tightly contested title race. As an influential player, his potential loss could lead to decreased performance levels in the crucial matches ahead. Arteta must now navigate these challenges while looking for alternative strategies to maintain their title challenge, all under the mounting pressure that comes with competing for the Premier League trophy.