Arsenal remains optimistic despite Havertz's knee setback: Zack Oaten

The Gunners striker recently withdrew from Germany's national team duty due to knee issues, missing their upcoming matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Netherlands.

The 25-year-old played the full 90 minutes in a 3-1 Prem win over Southampton on Saturday but picked up a knee injury which has been an issue throughout his career. 

At Bayer Leverkusen and Chelsea the striker missed games due to his knee. He will remain at London Colney during this break to rest and recover whilst his Germany teammates fight for the top spot in the Nations League. 

According to The Sun, Arsenal believe this is the perfect way to avoid any further damage or stress on the area as the club prepares for Bournemouth on October 19th. 

The report suggests that the international break has come at the perfect time and that the slight discomfort will not be an issue after a two-week break for the striker who has been in top form for the Gunners since the start of the season.