Havertz recovered from the hamstring problem that plagued him last campaign, but has now suffered a knee injury just one match into Arsenal’s 2025–26 Premier League title push. The German joins Gabriel Jesus, who is still recovering from an ACL injury, on the sidelines, leaving Viktor Gyökeres as the club’s only fit striker.

Real Madrid doubt Rodrygo would accept an offer from Newcastle United if one ever arrives, according to Spanish journalist Guillem Balague. Newcastle want to bolster their attack and have been credited with an interest in the Brazilian forward. However, they have yet to submit a bid for him.

Real Madrid outcast Rodrygo appears set to move to Real Madrid amid strong interest from Premier League giants Manchester City and Liverpool. The Brazilian's situation at the Santiago Bernabeu has become worse since Xabi Alonso took charge as the manager.

Kylian Mbappe struck from the penalty spot as Real Madrid beat a dogged Osasuna 1-0 on Wednesday to make a winning start in La Liga under new coach Xabi Alonso.