Tag: Granit Xhaka

Granit Xhaka plays for Arsenal Football Club. The Swiss midfielder arrived at Arsenal in 2016 from Borussia Mönchengladbach for £40.5m and earns around £100,000-per-week or £5,200,000-per-year. Xhaka wears the number 34 shirt. He was born September 27, 1992. Xhaka is married to Leonita Lekaj.

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Bayern Munich fans banned from Arsenal Champions League clash 1st leg

Arsenal face Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Can they avenge past defeats with fans banned for the away side?
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - DECEMBER 03: Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen reacts during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund at BayArena on December 03, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Xhaka warns Bayer Leverkusen to learn lessons from Arsenal

Bayer Leverkusen went 10 points clear of Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga over the weekend, but Granit Xhaka is taking lessons from his last season with Arsenal.
FLORENCE, ITALY - FEBRUARY 26: Michael Kayode of ACF Fiorentina celebrates after scoring a goal during the Serie A TIM match between ACF Fiorentina and SS Lazio at Stadio Artemio Franchi on February 26, 2024 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

Juventus eye Arsenal midfielder as Xhaka “long battle” emerges

Arsenal transfer news: Jorginho to Juventus? Xhaka sale secrets, and a City rivalry for Kayode. 
TOPSHOT - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka and Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard (R) celebrates their team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on May 7, 2023. (Photo by LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal fought to keep Granit Xhaka says Bayer Leverkusen sporting director

Bayer Leverkusen's director reveals the tough negotiations behind Granit Xhaka's summer transfer.
Bayer Leverkusen's Granit Xhaka (L) celebrates scoring the opening goal with his teammates during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Mainz 05 in Leverkusen, western Germany on February 23, 2024. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka scores stunner before trolling his own bench

Granit Xhaka scored a stunning goal to help Bayer Leverkusen to go clear at the top of the Bundesliga table on Friday night, before celebrating in amusing fashion.
TOPSHOT - Bayern Munich's English forward #09 Harry Kane reacts during the German first division Bundesliga football match between VfL Bochum and FC Bayern Munich in Bochum, western Germany on February 18, 2024. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal fans revel in Kane’s Bayern Munich struggles as ‘Wenger’s curse’ strikes again

Harry Kane's trophy wait may continue. Arsenal fans see signs of Wenger's influence
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY: Granit Xhaka, Xabi Alonso and Brian the Lion celebrate following the team's victory during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and FC Bayern München at BayArena on February 10, 2024. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Former Gunner embarrasses ex-Spurs duo in 3-0 title race thrashing

Granit Xhaka helped Bayer Leverkusen to a vital win over Bayern Munich and former Spurs stars Harry Kane and Eric Dier on Saturday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Thomas Partey of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on August 21, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Will Barcelona offer Thomas Partey a way out of Arsenal?

Thomas Partey's future at Arsenal is uncertain after injury setbacks and increased midfield competition, with potential transfers looming in the summer.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 29: Joao Palhinha of Fulham celebrates after scoring their team's fourth penalty in the penalty shoot out during the Carabao Cup Second Round match between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage on August 29, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s January 2024 transfer gossip

Arsenal's January 2024 transfer window is abuzz with potential signings and departures, as Mikel Arteta aims to strengthen the squad.
Granit Xhaka and Lia Walti at the Swiss Football awards

Arsenal star & former Gunner win Player of the Year awards

Former Gunner Granit Xhaka and current Arsenal star Lia Walti picked up the Swiss Player of the Year awards for 2023 on Monday night.
LEIPZIG, GERMANY - OCTOBER 03: Moritz Volz, assistent coach of Leipzig looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and FC Schalke 04 at Red Bull Arena on October 03, 2020 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal man named Bayern Munich Women’s assistant manager

Former Arsenal player Moritz Volz embarks on a new chapter as assistant coach of FC Bayern Munich Women, bringing his vast football experience to the role.
MUNICH, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 15: Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen looks o during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Allianz Arena on September 15, 2023 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Arsenal star & former Gunner receive Player of the Year nominations

Former Gunner Granit Xhaka and Arsenal Women star Lia Walti have both been nominated for the Swiss Player of the Year award for 2023.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - DECEMBER 20: Victor Boniface of Bayer Leverkusen celebrates after scoring their team's fourth goal during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and VfL Bochum 1848 at BayArena on December 20, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Arsenal striking target Boniface says he’s a Gunner at heart

Victor Boniface, Bayer Leverkusen's star striker, reveals he's been a lifelong Arsenal fan, adding a personal twist to Arsenal's reported interest in him.
LUTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's fourth goal to make it 4-3 during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023 in Luton, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s top 25 most expensive transfers

Arsenal Football Club's history of transfers reveals a strategy of high-value investments, showcasing their ambition to excel at the highest level of football.
Arsenal news and gossip - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Gunner pictured back in London to attend West Ham clash

Granit Xhaka has returned to London ahead of his visit to the Emirates Stadium for Arsenal's match against West Ham United on Thursday night.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - DECEMBER 14: Jeremie Frimpong and Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen warm up prior to the UEFA Europa League match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Molde FK at BayArena on December 14, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka confirms plan to attend Arsenal game for farewell

Granit Xhaka will return to the Emirates Stadium to watch a game and say goodbye to Arsenal next week, according to the man himself.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - DECEMBER 03: Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen reacts during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund at BayArena on December 03, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka channels past Arsenal failure for Leverkusen’s Bundesliga success

Granit Xhaka, leveraging his Arsenal experience, aims to guide Bayer Leverkusen to title success in the Bundesliga
LUTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates victory in front of the fans of Arsenal after the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023 in Luton, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

“We had patience” Edu on Odegaard’s Arsenal success after poor Real Madrid stint

Edu Gaspar discusses Martin Odegaard's successful transition from Real Madrid to Arsenal, his role in nurturing young talent, and Arsenal's growth under his direction.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 25: Leandro Trossard of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Arsenal FC at Gtech Community Stadium on November 25, 2023 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal 28yo claims he can replace Granit Xhaka

Leandro Trossard thinks he's capable of playing the role Granit Xhaka played for Arsenal last season, after receiving Mikel Arteta's backing.
Bayer Leverkusen's German midfielder #10 Florian Wirtz (R) celebrates scoring the 1-0 goal with Bayer Leverkusen's Dutch defender #30 Jeremie Frimpong during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and SC Freiburg in Leverkusen, western Germany on October 29, 2023. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Wirtz’s stellar form sparks €80m duel between Arsenal and Tottenham

Arsenal poised for a strategic bid for Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, vying with Tottenham and European elites.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 21: Amine Adli of Bayer Leverkusen celebrates with teammate Nathan Tella of Bayer Leverkusen after scoring the team's second goal during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 group stage match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and BK Häcken at BayArena on September 21, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Lukas Schulze/Getty Images)

“It hurt me” says former Arsenal youngster about player departure

Nathan Tella talks about his career trajectory from the Arsenal academy to Bayer Leverkusen, sharing his initial disappointment over Granit Xhaka's move.
MUNICH, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 15: Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen looks o during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Allianz Arena on September 15, 2023 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka explains why he left Arsenal

Granit Xhaka opens up about his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen, discussing his time at Arsenal, the differences between the two clubs, and his relationship with coach Xabi Alonso.
MUNICH, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 15: Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen on the ball ahead of Harry Kane of Bayern Munich during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Allianz Arena on September 15, 2023 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka error allows Harry Kane to score

Xhaka's lapse in concentration allows Kane to score, igniting an intense Bundesliga match between Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber of Arsenal pose for a photo with the FA Community Shield following The FA Community Shield match between Manchester City against Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 06, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal transfer window roundup: All signings, departures and loans

Arsenal have had a busy summer, with significant additions and exits in both the men's and women's teams. This report breaks down all the moves made by the North London club.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - AUGUST 19: Granit Xhaka of Bayer Leverkusen looks on during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and RB Leipzig at BayArena on August 19, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal captain takes coaching sessions at SC Union Nettetal

Granit Xhaka leads Union Nettetal's training session as part of his A-coaching certificate, imparting wisdom and experience to the Oberliga club.
Arsenal transfers - LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 16: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal FC at London Stadium on April 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arsenal to raise £100m from sale of 8+ players

With the transfer window closing on September 1, Arsenal are reportedly planning to offload up to nine surplus players in a bid to raise £100m
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - AUGUST 19: Florian Wirtz of Bayer 04 Leverkusen celebrates after scoring his team's third goal with teammates during the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and RB Leipzig at BayArena on August 19, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka: Such a return is what you want

Granit Xhaka stars in Bayer Leverkusen's 3-2 victory over RB Leipzig, marking his impressive return to the Bundesliga and showcasing the team's ambition.
David Raya signing his Arsenal contract alongside Mikel Arteta and Edu Gaspar (Photo via Arsenal.com)

What deals have Arsenal done so far? More than you think

A comprehensive overview of Arsenal's summer deals, from key signings to departures, loans, and contract renewals for both men's and women's teams.
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - AUGUST 04: Nathan Tella of Southampton celebrates after scoring the team's first goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Sheffield Wednesday and Southampton FC at Hillsborough on August 04, 2023 in Sheffield, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Former Arsenal youngster’s value rockets, could join Granit Xhaka at Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen is reportedly keen on Southampton's Nathan Tella, the winger trained at Arsenal, following a successful loan at FC Burnley.
TOPSHOT - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka and Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard (R) celebrates their team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on May 7, 2023. (Photo by LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP via Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka: It felt completely impossible for me to play again for Arsenal

Granit Xhaka discusses his near-exit from Arsenal following fan backlash and his eventual decision to stay, influenced by coach Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal news and gossip - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal man admits “It wasn’t easy for me to leave”

Granit Xhaka admits it wasn't easy to leave Arsenal, and he didn't want to end up facing the Gunners, but he wanted a new challenge.
Arsenal's Kai Havertz celebrates after scoring a goal during a friendly football match between the Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Star team and Arsenal FC, at Audi Field in Washington, DC, on July 19, 2023. (Photo by STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta’s strategy to unleash Havertz’s full potential at Arsenal

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal's manager, suggests that the club's new acquisition, Kai Havertz, could be utilised in a variety of positions in the upcoming season.
Granit Xhaka signs for Bayer Leverkusen (photo via Bayer Leverkusen)

Xhaka explains his Arsenal departure & denies popular theory

Granit Xhaka has spoken out to explain why he left Arsenal, denying a popular theory about his wife's desire to leave England.
Arsenal news and gossip - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka acknowledges supporters at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal set new Premier League record with Granit Xhaka sale

Granit Xhaka departs Arsenal for a record-breaking £21.5m transfer to Bayer Leverkusen.
Granit Xhaka signs for Bayer Leverkusen (photo via Bayer Leverkusen)

Granit Xhaka posts emotional goodbye to Arsenal fans

Granit Xhaka is now no longer an Arsenal player after he agreed a move to Bayer Leverkusen and the former club captain took to social media to say his farewells.
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - APRIL 20: Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer 04 Leverkusen celebrates after scoring the team's third goal during the UEFA Europa League Quarterfinal Second Leg match between Royale Union Saint-Gilloise and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Stade Joseph Marien on April 20, 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Arsenal also targeting Bayer Leverkusen 22yo

Arsenal's transfer window heats up as they target Bayer Leverkusen's star right-back Jeremie Frimpong
Declan Rice Arsenal transfers - LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 25: Declan Rice attends the Women's Football Awards 2023 at Nobu Hotel on May 25, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Kate Green/Getty Images)

Arsenal agree payment structure for Declan Rice

Arsenal finalise the record-breaking £105m signing of Declan Rice from West Ham, ushering in a new era for the Gunners.
Arsenal news and gossip - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal agree £21.5m deal to sell midfielder

Granit Xhaka's transfer to Bayer Leverkusen is set to cost more than previously expected, with Arsenal agreeing to a £21.5m deal.
FLORENCE, ITALY - JUNE 06: Jorginho of Italy looks on during an Italy Training Session at Forte Village Resort on June 06, 2023 in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

Midfielder determined to fight for place at Arsenal amid exit talk

Jorginho, the Italy international, is determined to stay at Arsenal, ignoring interests from Lazio, five months after his move from Chelsea.
England's forward #17 Bukayo Saka (L) celebrates with his teammate midfielder #04 Declan Rice after scoring his team's second goal during the Qatar 2022 World Cup Group B football match between England and Iran at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha on November 21, 2022. (Photo by JEWEL SAMAD/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal call-ups & results for the June internationals

With the break now over, let's take a look at the Arsenal call-ups and results for the June internationals.