Arsenal Receive Encouraging Injury Updates on Gabriel and Havertz Ahead of Everton Clash

Key Takeaways:

• Both Gabriel and Kai Havertz have made significant progress in their recoveries but will miss Arsenal’s visit to Everton on Saturday
• Gabriel has been sidelined since mid-last month due to a thigh injury sustained during Brazil’s friendly against Senegal
• Ben White will be absent for several matches following a hamstring issue picked up last week

Injury Progress for Gabriel and Havertz

Arsenal have been handed a crucial boost with both Gabriel and Kai Havertz nearing returns from injury, although neither will feature against Everton this weekend. The pair’s recoveries mark positive news for the Gunners, who have grappled with a number of injuries throughout the current campaign.

Gabriel, aged 28, has not featured since sustaining a thigh injury while representing Brazil in a friendly against Senegal in the middle of last month. Meanwhile, Havertz has been absent since the opening day of the season, following a knee injury that required surgical intervention.

🚨 Arteta: “Kai Havertz is progressing really well and quite fast in the last few weeks”.

“We are really positive, if everything continues like that, that he is going to be with us soon”. pic.twitter.com/3DFRh1YyuA

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 19, 2025

Arteta Offers Positive Outlook

Mikel Arteta remains upbeat regarding both players’ rehabilitation progress. Gabriel has begun participating in pitch sessions and, according to Arteta, is “not too far” from rejoining the squad. Havertz, on the other hand, has made swift progress in his recovery over recent weeks, and the Arsenal manager is hopeful of his imminent return, provided there are no setbacks in the remaining training sessions.

While Arteta refrained from revealing the specific fixture he is targeting for Havertz’s comeback, he emphasised the need for a cautious approach after a prolonged absence to ensure the midfielder’s longevity upon return.

Ben White Sidelined with Hamstring Injury

In addition to updates on Gabriel and Havertz, Arteta confirmed that Ben White is also set for a period on the sidelines. The defender suffered a hamstring injury last week and, although it is not considered serious, he will be unavailable for the next few matches as he continues his recovery.