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.

Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal with the Heads Up logo on his shirt during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on February 16, 2020 in London, United Kingdom.

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 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 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.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 20: Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Spotify Camp Nou on May 20, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

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.
Arsenal news and gossip - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates his second 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)

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.
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)

Bayern Munich make offer for Granit Xhaka

Bayern Munich have made a concrete offer to Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka, leaving the Gunner facing a big decision regarding his future. 
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)

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.
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)

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.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 19, 2023.(Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

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.
Arsenal transfers - MUNICH, GERMANY - MAY 20: Dani Olmo of RB Leipzig looks on during the warm up prior to the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and RB Leipzig at Allianz Arena on May 20, 2023 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

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.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates scoring the team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on April 01, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka transfer announcement expected within days

The official announcement of Granit Xhaka's transfer to Bayer Leverkusen is expected within the next few days, according to a report.
Arsenal transfers - LONDON, ENGLAND: Mason Mount of Chelsea applauds the fans after their side's defeat in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal second leg match between Chelsea FC and Real Madrid at Stamford Bridge on April 18, 2023. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

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's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka’s name finally cleared in potential scandal

Arsenal's Granit Xhaka cleared of involvement in a potential betting scam after a 16-month investigation.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 22: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates after the team's victory during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on January 22, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

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.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 22: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates after the team's victory during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on January 22, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

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.
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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.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka 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's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 19, 2023.(Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

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.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

£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.
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 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.
Declan Rice Arsenal transfers LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 26: Declan Rice of West Ham United looks on as they walk out of the tunnel prior to the Premier League match between West Ham United and Liverpool FC at London Stadium on April 26, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal gear up for monumental summer transfer window

Arsenal are preparing for a huge summer overhaul, offloading up to 10 first-team stars to fund their ambitious £170m signings of Declan Rice and...
Leverkusen's Burkinabe defender Edmond Tapsoba and Union Berlin's Hungarian midfielder Andras Schaefer both jump to head the ball during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Union Berlin and Bayer 04 Leverkusen in Berlin on April 29, 2023. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO ALTERNATIVE CROP (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)

2 Leverkusen stars for Arsenal with Xhaka going the other way

Arteta's Arsenal reportedly targets Leverkusen stars Tapsoba and Diaby, while Granit Xhaka's future at the club looks uncertain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Xhaka’s wife reportedly eager for German return, Leverkusen director speaks

Granit Xhaka's wife is reportedly keen to return to Germany, but Bayer Leverkusen's sporting director is staying tight-lipped on links with the Arsenal man.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Fan reaction mixed as Arsenal ready to sell Granit Xhaka

Arsenal consider selling Xhaka to Leverkusen, fans react; pursuit of Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo intensifies.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Xhaka’s new attacking role at Arsenal proves fruitful

Granit Xhaka discusses his transformation into a more attacking role under Mikel Arteta and how it's improved his performances this season.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal to sell Xhaka, Tierney and Balogun

Arteta plans to sell Xhaka, Tierney, and Balogun to raise funds for summer signings like Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo, strengthening Arsenal's squad.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal duo spotted arriving in Manchester despite availability doubts

Granit Xhaka and Martin Odegaard have been spotted arriving in Manchester with the Arsenal squad, following speculation about their involvement in Wednesday night's fixture.
In this composite image a comparison has been made between Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City (L) and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal. Manchester City and Arsenal meet in a Premier League fixture on June 17,2020 at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester,England. ***LEFT IMAGE*** MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 26: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League round of 16 first leg match between Real Madrid and Manchester City at Bernabeu on February 26, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** PIRAEUS, GREECE - FEBRUARY 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League round of 32 first leg match between Olympiacos FC and Arsenal FC at Karaiskakis Stadium on February 20, 2020 in Piraeus, Greece. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta discusses injuries, title aspirations, and Manchester City game strategy

In his pre-match press conference, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta discussed the upcoming game against Manchester City, injuries, and his team's title aspirations.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Saliba & Xhaka latest injury update for Manchester City clash

Mikel Arteta has given an update on his squad ahead of Arsenal's match against Manchester City, primarily discussing William Saliba and Granit Xhaka.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates scoring the team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on April 01, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Granit Xhaka’s maturity boosts title bid says legend

Arsenal legend Robert Pires highlights Granit Xhaka's maturity as key to their title bid while praising Gabriel Martinelli's progress. Robert Pires praises Granit Xhaka's...
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 16: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal looks dejected during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal FC at London Stadium on April 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Xhaka backs Saka to show reaction against Southampton

Granit Xhaka has backed Bukayo Saka to show a reaction to his West Ham missed penalty in Friday's game against Southampton.
Frankfurt's Swiss midfielder Djibril Sow celebrates scoring the 1-0 goal during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Eintracht Frankfurt and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim in Frankfurt am Main, south-western Germany, on November 9, 2022. (Photo by DANIEL ROLAND/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal eyeing €15m bargain Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder

Arsenal target Djibril Sow from Eintracht Frankfurt, potentially securing the midfielder for a bargain €15m as they aim to bolster their squad.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - MARCH 19: Ryan Gravenberch of FC Bayern Munich looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and FC Bayern München at BayArena on March 19, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Arsenal identify 20yo Bayern Munich midfielder as summer option

Recent reports from Germany suggest that Arsenal are showing interest in Bayern Munich's 20-year-old midfielder, Ryan Gravenberch.
Switzerland's midfielder Granit Xhaka gives a thumb up to supporters prior to the UEFA Nations League - League A group 2 football match between Switzerland and Portugal at the Stade de Geneve in Geneva, on June 12, 2022. (Photo by FABRICE COFFRINI/AFP via Getty Images)

Swiss commentator accused of Granit Xhaka racism

Controversy surrounds Swiss commentator's alleged racist remarks about Arsenal's Granit Xhaka, sparking debate and calls for clarification.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - APRIL 09: Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool confronts Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Arsenal FC at Anfield on April 09, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Ian Wright defends Granit Xhaka after Liverpool draw

Arsenal legend Ian Wright defends Granit Xhaka, dismissing claims that his altercation with Alexander-Arnold led to the Gunners' draw at Liverpool.
Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp (L) embraces Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta after the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on April 9, 2023. - The match ended 2-2. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta reflects on Anfield battle

Arteta reflects on Arsenal's draw with Liverpool, discussing the team's performance, Anfield atmosphere, and Ramsdale's saves.
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 04: Djibril Sowof Frankfurt runs with the ball during the Bundesliga match between Eintracht Frankfurt and Hertha BSC at Deutsche Bank Park on February 04, 2023 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Arsenal interested in Granit Xhaka fan Djibril Sow

Arsenal are reportedly targeting Eintracht Frankfurt's Djibril Sow to strengthen their midfield as Mikel Arteta seeks to bolster the squad.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal confident of ending 11-year wait for Premier League win at Anfield

Granit Xhaka is optimistic about ending Arsenal's 11-year wait for a Premier League win at Anfield, but warns against underestimating Liverpool.
Granit Xhaka with Tiktoker Barrelo.

Granit Xhaka does weird TikTok interview

In a recent peculiar interview, Arsenal midfielder and Swiss national team captain Granit Xhaka engaged in conversation with TikTok sensation Barrelo.
Martin Odegaard of Norway during the FIFA World Cup Qualifier match between Gibraltar and Norway on March 24, 2021, in Gibraltar. Photo: Vegard Wivestad Grott / BILDBYRAN

Arsenal players on international duty: Results in full

With 15 Arsenal players called up for international duty in March, we break down their schedules and highlight key matches for fans to watch.
Switzerland's Granit Xhaka (L) fights for the ball with Belarus' Vladimir Khvaschinski during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group I qualification match between Belarus and Switzerland, at the Karadjordje stadium in Novi Sad on March 25, 2023. (Photo by ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

Highlights: Xhaka provides classy goal & assist for Switzerland

Granit Xhaka scored and assisted an impressive couple of goals for Switzerland on Saturday, in a 5-0 win against Belarus.