Arsenal fans took to social media to vent their frustration following Kai Havertz’s lackluster performance in the team’s 3-1 Carabao Cup defeat against West Ham on Wednesday evening. The Gunners were eliminated from the tournament in the round of 16 by their London rivals.
Arsenal’s night took a bad turn when Ben White scored an own goal, putting them at a disadvantage. Mohammed Kudus and Jarrod Bowen further extended West Ham’s lead before Martin Odegaard managed to score a late consolation goal.
Havertz was included in the starting lineup by manager Mikel Arteta but struggled to make an impact on the game. Despite his difficulties, Havertz remained on the pitch for the entire 90 minutes.
The 24-year-old German midfielder made a high-profile £65 million move from Chelsea to Arsenal during the summer transfer window. However, he has failed to live up to his price tag thus far in the season.
Havertz has made 16 appearances for the Gunners in the 2023/24 season but has only managed to contribute one goal and one assist in over 1,000 minutes of play. Arteta has deployed him in various midfield roles and occasionally as a centre-forward, but Havertz has yet to find his footing in the starting lineup.
Arsenal supporters expressed their frustration on social media platforms, voicing their disappointment in Havertz’s performance against West Ham. Some fans highlighted their displeasure with his seemingly casual style of play.
As Arsenal looks to bounce back from this Carabao Cup exit, Havertz will likely face increased scrutiny to improve his performances and justify his hefty transfer fee.
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