Mikel Arteta Updates on Havertz and Konsa Ahead of Leeds Match
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed optimism regarding the potential availability of players Kai Havertz and Ezri Konsa for the Premier League match against Leeds United scheduled for Saturday. Arteta provided this update during a pre-match press conference on October 9, 2026.
Havertz had returned early from international duty after sustaining a muscular injury during Germany's opening match against the Netherlands in Amsterdam. Ezri Konsa also missed England's final group match against the Czech Republic due to ongoing issues.
Arteta mentioned that he had communicated with Jurgen Klopp regarding Havertz's situation, leading to the player's early return. In contrast, Christos Tzolis is set to miss the next few weeks due to a muscle injury and will not be available for selection.
Arteta emphasized the importance of maintaining communication with national team managers to monitor the health of his players.
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