Ian Wright unleashed an angry rant at ‘sloppy’ Arsenal star Kai Havertz during Wednesday’s Premier League clash against Manchester United.
Ian Wright Criticizes Kai Havertz After Arsenal’s Clash with Manchester United
Ian Wright Criticizes Kai Havertz After Arsenal’s Clash with Manchester United
Arsenal legend Ian Wright expressed frustration with Kai Havertz during the Gunners’ Premier League match against Manchester United on Wednesday.
The incident occurred just four minutes into the game at the Emirates Stadium. Gabriel Martinelli appeared to put Arsenal ahead with a goal, but it was ruled out because Havertz was offside before assisting Martinelli.
Watching the game on The Overlap’s YouTube watchalong, Ian Wright didn’t hold back his criticism of the German forward.
“Why was he so sloppy there?” Wright said. “He just needed to run half a yard quicker, and he would’ve been onside. I hate it when forwards don’t get back onside. We should be 1-0 up – it’s so frustrating!”
Havertz’s Performance Sparks More Criticism
This isn’t the first time Havertz’s performances have come under scrutiny. Many pundits believe his contribution this season has been underwhelming and argue Arsenal may need a more reliable striker to compete for major titles.
Former Arsenal star William Gallas recently suggested that Mikel Arteta should replace Havertz, while legendary manager Arsene Wenger doubts the 25-year-old can ever become a consistent goalscorer.
However, Havertz’s teammate Jorginho defended him on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast.
“It’s crazy because Kai is an unbelievable player,” Jorginho said. “At first, when people were criticizing him, I couldn’t believe it. I told him to ignore the noise because we know how much he helps the team. He’s getting stronger every day and improving in the Premier League.”
Arsenal’s Striker Debate
As Arsenal continues its push for trophies, the debate around Havertz’s role remains. While some call for change, others see his potential to grow into a key player for the Gunners.
The pressure is on Mikel Arteta to decide whether to stick with Havertz or look for reinforcements in the transfer market. For now, fans and legends like Ian Wright will be watching closely.
