Chelsea star Kai Havertz close to sealing switch to Arsenal
Havertz hasn’t had the best stint at Chelsea. (Image: Chris Lee – Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
Chelsea/Germany star Kai Havertz is reportedly close to signing for London rivals Arsenal. The impending move is expected to be finalized for a staggering fee of around £60 million, and has ignited excitement and speculation among fans and experts alike.
Havertz emerged as one of the brightest talents in Europe when he burst onto the scene at Bayer Leverkusen, showcasing exceptional technique, vision, and an eye for goal. His performances earned him a move to Chelsea in 2020, where he has struggled despite displaying glimpses of his immense potential. He was instrumental during their successful 2021 UEFA Champions League campaign, scoring in the final against Manchester City to secure the title.
However, the German has not hit the heights that were expected of him since joining the Blues. Havertz has only managed to score 32 goals in 139 appearances across all competitions, despite often being played as the lone striker or in a false nine position.
A change of scenery would likely benefit all parties involved, as Mikel Arteta will look to revive Havertz’s career at Arsenal and could also play him in a deeper role. Granit Xhaka’s impending departure opens up the door for Havertz to be deployed as a more box-to-box midfielder.
It remains to be seen if the gamble pays off for Arsenal and Arteta, with many fans having reservations about whether Havertz can still be an effective player in the Premier League.