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.

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)

Granit Xhaka in Swiss documentary

Granit Xhaka is part of the Swiss national team's documentary titled "The Pressure Game", featuring in the fourth episode of the series.

3 Arsenal players make Teams of the Week

Three Arsenal players made the BBC and WhoScored Teams of the Week after the win against Crystal Palace at the weekend.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka (C) vies with Sporting Lisbon's Portuguese striker Paulinho (L) and Sporting Lisbon's Uruguayan midfielder Ugarte during the UEFA Europa League round of 16, second-leg football match between Arsenal and Sporting Lisbon at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 16, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal star makes Europa League Team of the Week

Arsenal's Granit Xhaka was named in the WhoScored Europa League Team of the Week for his performance against Sporting CP, despite the team's elimination.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) speaks to Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 15, 2023. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal to extend Xhaka’s contract with new terms

Arsenal plans to trigger Granit Xhaka's contract extension to 2025 and negotiate fresh terms, securing the midfielder's future amidst a successful season.
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)

Have Granit Xhaka’s foul stats undergone a revolution?

Looking for Granit Xhaka's foul stats? Discover how the midfielder has improved his game this season, resulting in fewer bookings and more fouls received. Last season may have been the outlier as Xhaka has been booked just three times from 17 fouls this season, compared to 10 bookings from 29 fouls last season. Read on for a breakdown of his foul and card stats, and how they compare to his career average.
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)

“Absolutely”: Xhaka insists Arsenal can compete for 2 trophies

Granit Xhaka thinks Arsenal have what it takes to compete for both the Premier League and the Europa League trophies this season.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) speaks to Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 15, 2023. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

“This is not a dream” Granit Xhaka on Arsenal’s title chances

Granit Xhaka says the Arsenal squad aren't talking about winning the title yet, but he doesn't see why they can't lift the trophy in May.

Odegaard & Xhaka’s votes for Best Player, Goalkeeper, and Coach of the Year

Martin Odegaard and Granit Xhaka's votes in The Best FIFA Football Awards 2022 have been revealed, with Lionel Messi winning the main prize.
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)

Xhaka to extend contract before Switzerland return says brother

Arsenal are in talks with Granit Xhaka over a two-year contract extension with his brother hopeful the midfielder will then return to FC Basel to join him.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) speaks to Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 15, 2023. (Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal contract talks with Granit Xhaka begin

After extending Mohamed Elneny's contract, Arsenal are also reportedly in conversations with Granit Xhaka over a new deal, according to a report.
Granit Xhaka Swiss Footballer of the Year

Granit Xhaka named Swiss Footballer of the Year

Granit Xhaka has been named Swiss Footballer of the Year in a ceremony that took place in his home country on Monday night.
Mikel Arteta running to catch Granit Xhaka (Screenshot from Sky Sports footage)

4 amusing north London derby moments you might’ve missed

Arsenal enjoyed an important win over Spurs on Sunday, but there were a few funny moments away from the on-field action as well.
Granit Xhaka, Oleksandr Zinchenko, and Matt Turner (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

3 Arsenal internationals snapped watching Milan friendly in stands

Granit Xhaka and Matt Turner were with the Arsenal squad on Tuesday for the match against AC Milan, though they didn't feature.
Eddie Nketiah scores in an Arsenal friendly vs Watford (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Granit Xhaka calls on Arsenal to get behind Jesus replacement

Granit Xhaka has called on Arsenal to support Eddie Nketiah in Gabriel Jesus' absence, highlighting the young striker's positive past performances.

World Cup 30yo confirms he’s rejoining Arsenal immediately

Granit Xhaka is expecting to link up with the Arsenal squad immediately, following Switzerland's exit from the World Cup to Portugal.
Granit Xhaka wearing the Switzerland shirt of teammate Ardon Jashari (Photo via Karthikadhaigal on Twitter)

Per Mertesacker reacts to latest Granit Xhaka controversy

Per Mertesacker hopes Granit Xhaka won't be punished for his actions in Switzerland's match against Serbia, arguing that Switzerland need him to progress.
Granit Xhaka with the Man of the Match award for his performance against Serbia at the World Cup

Arsenal 30yo wins MOTM award amid multiple controversies

Granit Xhaka won the Man of the Match award as Switzerland beat Serbia on Friday, but he was involved in a few controversial incidents.
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)

“I will smash you”: Granit Xhaka tells Martinelli and Jesus

Granit Xhaka won't hold back if he gets the chance to face his Arsenal teammates when Switzerland face Brazil on Monday.
England's Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring his team's fourth 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 PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

How Saka’s Arsenal teammates reacted to his World Cup debut

Bukayo Saka made a fantastic start to his World Cup career on Monday, and a few of his Arsenal teammates past and present were watching on.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 09: Mikel Arteta speaks to William Saliba of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on October 09, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

2 more Arsenal players feature in Premier League Team of the Season so far

Alan Shearer has named a couple of Arsenal players in his Premier League Team of the Season so far, as well as picking Mikel Arteta as manager.
DUESSELDORF, GERMANY: Takehiro Tomiyasu of Japan runs with the ball during the international friendly match between Japan and the United States at Merkur Spiel-Arena on September 23, 2022. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Which shirt numbers will Arsenal’s World Cup internationals wear?

Following the final World Cup call-ups on Monday, Arsenal's internationals have learned their shirt numbers for the tournament.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 12: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal leaves the pitch after receiving medical treatment during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal FC at Molineux on November 12, 2022 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Xhaka & 4 other Arsenal players ill from pre-Wolves meal

Granit Xhaka asked to be taken off early in Arsenal's game against Wolves on Saturday evening and it seems he wasn't the only player to feel ill.
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)

4th Arsenal player officially called up for the World Cup

Granit Xhaka has become the fourth Arsenal player called up for the World Cup, making the Switzerland squad on Wednesday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 06: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal slides for the ball during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Arsenal FC at Stamford Bridge on November 06, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

“It’s f’ing unbelievable” Granit Xhaka swears on live TV after Arsenal beat Chelsea

Granit Xhaka spoke like a true Arsenal fan after the Gunners beat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge to retake top spot in the Premier League with just two to play before the World Cup break.

Arsenal midfielder nominated for Premier League Player of the Month

Granit Xhaka has been nominated for Premier League Player of the Month for October, along with seven others.

Arsenal star proud to hit new milestone with the club

Granit Xhaka says he's proud to have played his 200th Premier League game for Arsenal and he hopes there's still more to come.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Foreign media finally admit Arsenal star is non-transferable

Even the Italian media have given up on linking Granit Xhaka with a move away from Arsenal, calling him "non-transferable".
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal scores their side's first goal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Matt Turner makes joke about Granit Xhaka

Matt Turner joked that Granit Xhaka's right leg is usually just for standing, after the midfielder scored a nice half-volley with his weak foot on Thursday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta: “He deserved that”

Mikel Arteta hailed Granit Xhaka after Arsenal sealed qualification for the knock-out rounds of the Europa League as the Swiss midfielder's transformation continues.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

More goals will come: Arteta happy to qualify but job not done

Arsenal stretched their winning run to eight when they beat Ruud van Nistelrooy's PSV Eindhoven on Thursday night in their rearranged Europa League game.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: A steward raises a seat as fans clash following the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Crowd trouble after Arsenal match as PSV fans aim a flare

Some PSV fans seemed to take losing to Arsenal in the Europa League quite badly with reports of seats being ripped out and images of a flare that was reportedly aimed at Arsenal supporters.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 09: Jordan Henderson of Liverpool clashes with Granit Xhaka of Arsenal after a penalty was given to Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on October 09, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

2 Arsenal players at risk of suspension, neither are Granit Xhaka

Two Arsenal players are at risk of a domestic suspension due to an accumulation of yellow cards and it speaks to Granit Xhaka's reformation that he is not one of them.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 09: Jordan Henderson of Liverpool speaks with Gabriel of Arsenal as Manager of Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp look on during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on October 09, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

FA speak to Gabriel after Liverpool confrontation

The FA have reportedly already spoken to Gabriel Magalhaes after Sunday's game against Liverpool saw a flashpoint involving the defender, Jordan Henderson and Granit Xhaka.
Referee Michael Oliver (2L) speaks to Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp and Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 9, 2022. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Comments between Arsenal and Liverpool players referred to FA

The officials during Arsenal's win over Liverpool on Sunday have referred comments made by a player to the FA.
Arsenal's Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus (back) celebrates with Gabriel Martinelli after scoring his team's fifth goal during a club-friendly football match between Arsenal and Sevilla at the Emirates Stadium in London on July 30, 2022. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Xhaka tips Gabriel Martinelli to be “one of the best”

Granit Xhaka believes Gabriel Martinelli has all the tools to be one of the best around, as the winger continues to impress this season.

Player of the Month sends message to the Arsenal fans

Granit Xhaka won Arsenal's Player of the Month award for September, taking a huge share of the fan vote in the end.
LONDON, ENGLAND: William Saliba of Arsenal runs breaks away from Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

2 more Arsenal players make Premier League Team of the Week

William Saliba and Granit Xhaka both made the BBC's Premier League Team of the Week after their north London derby performances.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal interacts with Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal after being substituted during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2022. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Tactics: How Mikel Arteta solved the Granit Xhaka problem

Join Stephen Bradley as he analyses Arsenal's thumping 3-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League and how Mikel Arteta has found a role for Granit Xhaka that lets him thrive.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal interacts with Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal after being substituted during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on October 01, 2022. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

“After 7 years!”: Arsenal star’s hilarious reaction to MOTM award

Granit Xhaka shared a joke with Gabriel Jesus after winning the Man of the Match award for his north London derby performance on Saturday.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Fabio Viera of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's third goal with Granit Xhaka during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Arsenal FC at Brentford Community Stadium on September 18, 2022. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

The 4 Arsenal nominees up for Player of the Month

Arsenal have named the four nominees for their latest Player of the Month award, but there appears to be a clear favourite from the early voting.