What happened. Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris has declared the Granit Xhaka transfer topic closed, rejecting Chelsea's advances and insisting the captain will stay.

Chelsea had an £8m bid rejected as insulting.
Xhaka was attracted by reunion with Xabi Alonso.
Xhaka reaffirmed commitment after club talks.

“No, this topic is closed. He has been really clear about his future.”
— Regis Le Bris

Sunderland have made only one signing so far, with Le Bris expecting a quiet window.

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