Havertz expected to stay in Germany squad despite injury blow
Kai Havertz is set to remain part of Jurgen Klopp's plans for Germany's upcoming Nations League fixtures, despite his involvement in the previous international break being cut short by injury.
The Arsenal forward was named in Klopp's first ever Germany squad and started the opening match of that window, only to be substituted after just a few minutes due to injury, denying him the chance to make a lasting impression in the new manager's first game in charge.
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Despite that setback, Bulinews reports that Havertz is expected to be included in Klopp's squad for Germany's Nations League matches against Serbia and the Netherlands later this month.
An important option for Klopp
Germany are still shaping their identity under Klopp, who named two different squads during the last international window as he continues to assess his options. That depth of talent means competition for places remains fierce.
Still, Havertz has reason to expect continued involvement. He remains a regular at one of the Premier League's leading clubs and has repeatedly shown he can perform at both club and international level. A brief, injury curtailed outing in his previous appearance is unlikely to significantly alter his standing within the squad.
Havertz offers Klopp an attacking option capable of contributing goals, something that could prove valuable across two demanding Nations League fixtures against Serbia and the Netherlands.
Context for Arsenal
For Arsenal, Havertz's fitness will be of particular interest given his role in Mikel Arteta's squad this season. Any further injury concerns picked up on international duty would be a significant worry for the club, especially with a congested fixture schedule continuing through November and December.
As it stands, there is no indication from this report that Havertz is carrying any fresh issue, with the expectation being that he will link up with the Germany squad as normal. Arsenal fans will nonetheless keep a close eye on his involvement given his history of fitness interruptions over the past year.
Germany's matches against Serbia and the Netherlands will offer Havertz the chance to build on his standing in Klopp's squad, with Arsenal supporters hoping he returns to north London in good health ahead of the busy winter schedule.
