Mikel Arteta has described Kai Havertz as a genetic "powerhouse" and backed the Germany international to compensate for Arsenal's failure to sign a forward in January.

Mikel Arteta has placed full trust in Kai Havertz to lead Arsenal’s attack for the rest of the season, praising the German’s physical resilience and professionalism.Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty

Arsenal ’s failure to sign a new forward in the January transfer window means Havertz is their only fit recognised striker, with Gabriel Jesus out for the rest of season due to a knee injury.