Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has made an impressive impact since joining the club, matching his total goals and assists for Chelsea in a significantly shorter span of time. On Saturday, he netted Arsenal’s fourth goal in a commanding 5-2 victory over West Ham, a crucial moment as it helped ease mounting pressure after the opposition scored twice to reduce the deficit.
Havertz’s goal marked a notable moment in his Arsenal career, as he now has contributed a total of 26 goals and assists in just 49 Premier League appearances. In contrast, during his three full seasons with Chelsea, he achieved the same tally in 91 league matches. This impressive statistic highlights his efficiency on the pitch, as he has reached the same number of contributions in 42 fewer games.
Even with varying starting roles at Chelsea, Havertz’s per-minute performance has been remarkable. He played 5,910 league minutes for the Blues, yielding a goal or assist every 227 minutes. In comparison, with Arsenal, he has made his mark every 143 minutes across 3,720 minutes of play, representing a significant improvement in his output.
Interestingly, Havertz’s scoring began to thrive only after he switched to a centre-forward position in February. Prior to this change, he managed five goals in six months with Arsenal, but has since netted 18 goals over the past nine months, indicating a productive upward trend in his form.
While he has achieved 31 goals and assists in all competitions for Arsenal in 70 matches, there is still room for growth as he continues to chase the totals he reached at Chelsea. However, with 69 games left and only 13 contributions required to match his previous record, there is clear optimism about Havertz’s future contributions to the Gunners.
Overall, Havertz’s transition to Arsenal appears to be promising, with his statistics suggesting he has the potential to further enhance his game and contribute significantly to the team’s success going forward. The fact that he has found his rhythm so quickly speaks volumes about his talent and adaptability.