Bayern Munich have identified Kai Havertz as the star signing needed to boost their European competitiveness next season. The Bavarian club’s sporting management are looking to capitalize on the attacker’s situation in London, where fierce competition has limited his playing time under Arteta.

Jurien Timber praised Kai Havertz's impact since returning from injury after the German's goal sealed Arsenal's progression to the Carabao Cup final.

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Arsenal have been left concerned over the long-term fitness of Kai Havertz after the striker sustained a setback in his recovery from a knee injury. The Germany international sustained the issue against Manchester United in August and has not started for the club since.

Arsenal vs Chelsea live: Kai Havertz’s late strike sends Gunners to Carabao Cup final - Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea [4-2 on aggregate]: Late Kai Havertz goal seals Gunners’ spot in Carabao Cup final in March

Arsenal are set to face significant interest from Bayern Munich this summer in one of their star players that would provide a marquee signing for the Bundesliga giants.

Kai Havertz marked his first start in almost a year with a goal and an assist as Arsenal made it eight wins from eight in the Champions League with a 3-2 success over Kairat Almaty to seal their spot as league phase winners.

This season, the German has played 61% of his minutes as an attacking midfielder or a midfielder. With Viktor Gyökeres signed and Gabriel Jesus also recovered after a lengthy lay-off, Havertz is seemingly no longer required as often at the point of the attack.