Kai Havertz has made a notable impact at Arsenal, matching his total goal contributions during his time at Chelsea in significantly fewer matches. In a strong performance from the Gunners, Havertz netted his side’s fourth goal in a 5-2 victory against West Ham, providing a crucial moment that helped maintain the team’s lead amid a brief comeback from the opponents.
Since joining Arsenal, Havertz has compiled 26 goals and assists in just 49 Premier League appearances, a tally he previously reached in 91 matches with Chelsea. This means he has achieved the same output in 42 fewer games, highlighting his impressive efficiency in front of goal. While his starting role varied with Chelsea, the statistics paint a clear picture of his enhanced scoring rate at Arsenal, where he contributes a goal or assist every 143 minutes, compared to every 227 minutes during his time with Chelsea.
Havertz’s transformation has been particularly evident since he transitioned to a centre-forward position earlier this year; his goal tally has surged from five in six months to an impressive 18 in the following nine months. While there is still some ground to make up in his overall contributions across all competitions—where he tally stands at 31 in 70 matches for Arsenal as opposed to 44 in 139 for Chelsea—his consistent performance trajectory suggests he is well on his way to surpassing his previous achievements.
This transformation and current form for Havertz highlight a promising future for both him and Arsenal as they continue their campaign, reflecting the potential of players adapting to new systems and roles effectively. With each match, Havertz seems to grow more aligned with the team’s attacking style, which bodes well for the Gunners and their aspirations this season.