Granit Xhaka has hinted that his future at Arsenal will be decided and made public before the final league game against Wolves.

This follows increasing speculation of the Swiss midfielder’s departure to Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen.

• Granit Xhaka is set to announce his decision regarding his future at Arsenal before their last league game against Wolves.
• A move to Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen for £13million is on the cards for Xhaka.
• Despite the anticipated departure, Mikel Arteta has expressed his admiration for Xhaka’s tenure and contributions to the club.

Granit Xhaka has been an integral part of Arsenal’s midfield since joining in 2016. His role, however, came under scrutiny following mixed performances.

Nevertheless, his resolve and determination have seen him regain fan favour, culminating in him stating that his time at Arsenal had been “special”.

Xhaka started in Arsenal’s recent 1-0 defeat against Nottingham Forest and during a post-game interview with football.london, he made a cryptic statement hinting that his decision will be announced the following week.

“You will know latest next week, for sure,” he mentioned, adding that the news will come before the Wolves match.

As the current season draws to a close, Arsenal will play for pride on the final day having long ago secured second place in the league.

This potential farewell match could provide Xhaka with an opportunity to bid goodbye to the Gunners’ faithful.

Despite not securing a league title during his tenure, the midfielder has played a crucial role in Arsenal’s return to the Champions League, a competition the club has been absent from for almost the same duration as Xhaka’s service.

In a conversation with football.london, Xhaka voiced his feelings about his time with Arsenal. “I wanted to do something special this season, maybe with a title, but it’s not the time. Let’s see what the future speaks about it,” Xhaka said.

His comments suggested a sense of disappointment, but he also showed gratitude towards the club’s fan base for their support over the years.

Mikel Arteta maintained a guarded stance on Xhaka’s future during his pre-Nottingham Forest press conference.

He reiterated the player’s significance to the club and expressed respect for his journey at Arsenal. Despite not delving into the topic of Xhaka’s departure, numerous outlets report that the deal with Leverkusen is almost finalised, with a £13m transfer expected.

Xhaka’s probable exit could have various implications for Arsenal’s summer window. For one, a harmonious agreement with Leverkusen could open the way for Arsenal to approach Moussa Diaby, the Leverkusen winger that the Gunners have reportedly been targeting.

More so, Xhaka’s departure would likely necessitate at least two midfield signings, adding depth to the squad.