Mikel Arteta worries important Arsenal star could be suspended this season due to disciplinary issues ahead of Brighton Vs Arsenal tomorrow.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was taken aback by Kai Havertz’s eighth yellow card of the season during Arsenal’s recent 2-0 win against Luton, despite the victory propelling Arsenal to the top of the Premier League standings with an impressive 28 points out of 30 in 2024. Havertz’s caution during the match at the Emirates Stadium, where Martin Odegaard opened the scoring with an assist from Havertz and Luton’s Daiki Hashioka scored an own goal, drew attention due to its implications.
With Havertz’s booking marking his 11th of the season, concerns arose as it brought him closer to a potential two-match suspension threshold. If he receives two more yellow cards in the upcoming matches against Brighton and Aston Villa, he would face suspension. In the post-match press conference, Arteta highlighted the importance of caution and the potential consequences of further bookings, acknowledging the significance of avoiding additional cautions, particularly with the looming threat of suspension.
Arteta expressed surprise at inquiries about Havertz’s disciplinary record, especially given Havertz’s crucial role in the team, stressing the importance of addressing the issue to maintain the team’s disciplinary standards and avoid disruptions due to suspensions. Despite his disciplinary concerns, Havertz has been pivotal in Arsenal’s recent successes, contributing crucial goals and assists in key matches.
Despite the focus on Arsenal’s title aspirations, Arteta underscored the importance of maintaining consistency and quality as they prepare for their upcoming fixture against Brighton. He emphasized their position at the top of the standings as evidence of their consistency and quality, concluding with a focus on preparation for the next match against Brighton.
