Kai Havertz issues 'tough to process' statement from hospital bed as Arsenal star undergoes surgery on hamstring injury

Arsenal star Kai Havertz has issued a statement from his hospital bed after undergoing a successful surgery on his hamstring injury.

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• Havertz suffered hamstring tear
• Sends message after successful surgery
• Arsenal light on attacking options

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Havertz suffered an injury during Arsenal's mid-season training camp in Dubai last week and it was confirmed by the Gunners that the Germany international had suffered a tear in his hamstring, essentially ending his season. Havertz has now successfully undergone surgery for his injury.

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  WHAT HAVERTZ SAID

  On X, Havertz wrote: "The last few days have been tough to process both physically and mentally. But yesterday was a good day. A successful op and a win.

  "Thanks for all the messages of support over the last few days, it’s really helped.

  "I’m now focused on my journey to full fitness and giving all the support I can give to the team in the background."

• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Arsenal's entire season has been injury-riddled, with many key players missing extended periods of time. Gabriel Jesus, like Havertz, is out for the season, while Bukayo Saka is still several weeks away from returning to action.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

  Mikel Arteta is left light on options in attack with Raheem Sterling, Leandro Trossard and 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri being his only natural options in the first team. Midfielder Mikel Merino scored twice after being utilised as a striker in Saturday's 2-0 victory at Leicester.