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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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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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 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.
Arsenal also targeting Bayer Leverkusen 22yo
Arsenal's transfer window heats up as they target Bayer Leverkusen's star right-back Jeremie Frimpong
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 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.
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.
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.
Arsenal to sell Nicolas Pepe or terminate contract
Nicolas Pepe could soon depart from Arsenal as the club seeks buyers for the £72m signing who failed to make a substantial impact at the Emirates.
Arsenal 30yo no closer to exit despite saying his goodbyes
Granit Xhaka's move to Bayer Leverkusen is no closer to completion, despite the midfielder saying his goodbyes at Arsenal's end-of-season dinner.
Martin Zubimendi dismisses Barcelona, keeps Arsenal guessing
Arsenal's target, Martin Zubimendi, has publicly rejected a move to Barcelona. This decision impacts Arsenal's plans and their upcoming Champions League campaign.
Xhaka move on hold after twist in Bayern Munich reports
Reports of Bayern Munich interest in Granit Xhaka have been played down, but a transfer to Bayer Leverkusen is currently on hold.
Bayern Munich make offer for Arsenal midfielder
Bayern Munich have made a concrete offer to Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka, leaving the Gunner facing a big decision regarding his future.
Xhaka’s Bayer Leverkusen exit could now be on hold
Arsenal don't want to sanction the departure of Granit Xhaka until they've secured a replacement, according to a report from Germany.
Xhaka sets the record straight on Arsenal exit
Addressing the rumours surrounding his potential departure from Arsenal, Granit Xhaka reveals it's not down to his wife's desires.
Official Arsenal transfer announcement on hold until next week
Granit Xhaka will play his final game for Arsenal on Sunday, before finalising a move to Bayer Leverkusen next week, according to a report.
Who will join Arsenal? Exploring The Gunner’s transfer wishlist
Explore the latest on Arsenal's transfer news - tracking the club's interest in Dominik Szoboszlai, Dani Olmo, and others. Find out more about Arsenal's moves.
Arsenal departure announcement expected this week
The official announcement of Granit Xhaka's transfer to Bayer Leverkusen is expected within the next few days, according to a report.
Arsenal in pursuit of Mason Mount despite Manchester United interest
A look at Arsenal's new transfer strategy, as the Gunners target Chelsea's Mason Mount, amidst interest from Manchester United.
Arsenal star's name finally cleared in potential betting scandal
Arsenal's Granit Xhaka cleared of involvement in a potential betting scam after a 16-month investigation.
Granit Xhaka to confirm future before Wolves game
Granit Xhaka reveals decision on Arsenal future to be made public before Wolves clash, amid speculations of a transfer to Bayer Leverkusen.
Arteta speaks about Xhaka after ‘deal agreed’ reports
Mikel Arteta stayed tight-lipped on Granit Xhaka's future in a recent press conference, but reports suggest the midfielder's departure is imminent.
Arsenal’s week: Unexpected transfer talks, key injuries, and more
Your one-stop digest for Arsenal's week: Player injuries, potential transfers, emerging talents, and much more! Get all the Gunners' updates here.
Arsenal transfer to be finalised by early June
Granit Xhaka's move to Bayer Leverkusen is being billed in Switzerland as the 'transfer of the summer', as Xabi Alonso's looks to reshape the Werkself's midfield.
Arsenal player’s summer exit now near ‘certainty’
There are no doubts about Granit Xhaka's move to Bayer Leverkusen this summer, according to reports from Germany.
£13m Arsenal transfer now on verge of completion
Bayer Leverkusen are in advanced talks over a £13m deal to sign Granit Xhaka, with the midfielder holding conversations with Xabi Alonso.
Granit Xhaka agrees Arsenal exit
Granit Xhaka is reportedly set to join Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the season, marking the end of his Arsenal journey.