It is widely assumed that Arsenal signed Kai Havertz from Chelsea for the “left-sided 8” role that Granit Xhaka played in last season.

With the Swiss international expected to leave the Emirates in the coming weeks, manager Mikel Arteta could be taking a gamble by asking Havertz to fill the void.

His position is not set in stone yet and we will find out more in pre-season but, for argument’s sake, let’s say he will playing as the ‘8’. What can Havertz offer that Xhaka can’t and will he be an upgrade?

Press the next page as we compare the two players (based on stats from FBRef for the Premier League last season).