Arsenal’s forward, Kai Havertz (24), shared on Thursday that he remains composed despite the challenging beginning to his time in north London after his high-profile transfer from Chelsea.
Speaking during an international duty press conference in Wolfsburg before Germany’s friendly against Japan on Saturday, Havertz informed the media that he’s actively focused on the process of fitting in with his new team.
“I think so far in my career I had phases here and there where things were a little bumpy – and of course I know that you (media) after four matchdays will just point out the negatives, and a lot of bad stuff will be written,” he said.
“It’s not the first time I’ve come to a new club and so I know that it can take a bit longer and so I am relaxed about it.”
Kai Havertz, having not scored or provided any assists in his initial four Premier League matches for Arsenal, has faced criticism that led manager Mikel Arteta to offer his support.
Following his decision to substitute Havertz after 56 minutes during Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Fulham in late August, Arteta acknowledged that the forward had already made positive contributions but conceded that the finishing touch was lacking.
“In a lot of situations, he should have scored a lot of goals already this season. That’s the thing that is missing there,” said Arteta.
Arsenal, who finished runners-up to Manchester City in the Premier League last season to qualify for the Champions League for the first time in six seasons, have three wins and a draw so far this season.
“It’s only my second month there, so that’s why I’m relatively relaxed,” added Havertz.
Havertz, who scored the winner in Chelsea’s 1-0 win over Manchester City in the 2021 Champions League final, moved to Arsenal in the summer for a reported fee of 75 million euros.