#Arsenal’s Kai Havertz is drawing interest from several Bundesliga clubs amid growing uncertainty over his role at the Emirates, according to a report by Sami Mokbel of BBC Sport. The German attacker, who signed from Chelsea for £65 million in 2023, still has a contract until 2028, but it will enter its final two years in 2026—a potential turning point for negotiations or decisions about his future.
Despite being a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s side, Havertz’s long-term position could be affected as the club intensifies its search for a top-class striker. Arsenal are reportedly eyeing Viktor Gyökeres and Benjamin Šeško, raising concerns about how Havertz might fit into their evolving system.
So far, Havertz has racked up 87 appearances, scoring 29 times and assisting 13 goals. An untimely hamstring injury during a Dubai training camp limited his impact in 2024/25, though he returned in time for the Champions League semifinals and finished with nine goals.
Although there are no current plans to sell him, clubs like Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig, and particularly Bayer Leverkusen—where Havertz started his career—are keeping tabs. A potential return to Leverkusen, where he became the youngest debutant in club history, is seen as a sentimental option.
#Arteta has utilized Havertz in various positions since his arrival, most recently deploying him as a striker. While his tactical flexibility is praised, a new striker signing could push him into a reduced or alternative role—an opportunity German clubs may seek to exploit.
BBC Sport notes that Arsenal are considering selling a key first-team player within the year as part of a broader squad overhaul. Given the growing interest from Germany and his contract situation, Havertz is one to watch as the summer window progresses. While he remains dedicated to the Gunners, a shift in Arsenal’s attacking structure could lead to major decisions about his future.
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