Arsenal need to invest in new striker after Kai Havertz’s struggles vs Wolves

Arsenal returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a 1-0 triumph over Wolverhampton Wanderers on the road.

The Gunners were anticipated to secure a comfortable victory against Wolves, but they were made to work hard for the result.

Referee Michael Oliver had a major part to play. He sent off Myles Lewis-Skelly before the half-time interval for a tactical foul.

Despite being a man down, Arsenal were the better side after the break and got an advantage of their own with Joao Gomes’ red card.

Gomes should have been sent off earlier in the half for kicking the ball away. He was eventually handed his second yellow card for a reckless challenge on Jurrien Timber.

Riccardo Calafiori scored the winner in the 74th minute with a terrific first-time shot, but Arsenal should have won the game by a significant margin.

Kai Havertz squandered two clear-cut chances during the opening half. He missed out on another golden opportunity shortly after the hour mark.

Aside from this, the German had a passing accuracy of 43 percent with six successful passes. He lost 11 out of 20 duels, losing possession 16 times.

Havertz has had a good second year at Arsenal with 14 goals. He has already matched his tally from his debut campaign at the London giants.

Despite this, more is expected from a centre-forward leading the line for the Gunners.

Arsenal’s owner Stan Kroenke must spend on a marquee striker during the ongoing transfer window to keep the club’s league title hopes alive this term.

Havertz’s poor day up front did not cost the Gunners, but they can’t afford the same at the busy end of the season if they want to challenge Liverpool.

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