Partey and Havertz Out of National Squads

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has withdrawn from Ghana's squad due to injury concerns, while teammate Kai Havertz has been ruled out of Germany's upcoming Nations League matches due to a minor knee injury. Despite his withdrawal, Arsenal are confident Havertz's injury is not serious, as he has been instrumental this season, scoring four goals and an assist in seven Premier League appearances. Partey's withdrawal is also precautionary, as Arsenal aim to manage his fitness amid a series of injuries affecting the squad, including those to Martin Odegaard, Ben White, and Jurrien Timber. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remains hopeful that his squad will recover in time for their match against Bournemouth after the international break. Havertz's form has been crucial to Arsenal's unbeaten start to the season, and his absence is a blow to Germany as they face Bosnia and the Netherlands.