Mikel Arteta backs Kai Havertz to come good after £65m man scores first Arsenal goal against Bournemouth

Ever since Kai Havertz made the move to Arsenal from local rivals Chelsea, the expectations surrounding the young German midfielder have been high. However, Havertz’s performances in an Arsenal shirt have been somewhat underwhelming so far. Despite this, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been unwavering in his belief that Havertz has the potential to shine and has shown his support for the player.

In a recent match against Bournemouth, Arsenal secured an emphatic 4-0 victory at the Vitality Stadium, propelling them to second place in the Premier League standings. It was during this game that Havertz managed to score his first goal for the Gunners, converting a penalty with confidence. This goal could prove to be a pivotal moment for the German playmaker, instilling the much-needed boost in confidence required to reach his full potential.

Following the match, Arteta spoke highly of Havertz and the team’s collective display of empathy towards him.”I’m really happy for the win, but I’m even happier to be part of a team that shows the human qualities that they do today. To show that empathy to a player that has some question marks they warmed me even more today.” said Arteta in the post-match press conference.

“I’m so happy with our supporters the way they made him feel. If there’s a player who deserves that it’s him. Probably it will change everything. If he had any question marks about how we feel about him they are out.”

The win against Bournemouth not only served as a morale booster for Havertz but also helped Arsenal close the gap between them and Manchester City, their upcoming opponents in the next weekend’s highly anticipated fixture. With just one point standing between them and the reigning champions of last season, Arsenal will be seeking to further solidify their position among the league’s elite.

Looking ahead, Havertz and Arsenal are set to face Lens in an important Champions League clash on Tuesday. This encounter will provide Havertz with another opportunity to showcase his skills on the European stage, and Arteta will undoubtedly be looking for a standout performance from his talented midfielder.