Chelsea's Xhaka pursuit dead as Sunderland rule out sale

Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris confirms Granit Xhaka will stay, ending Chelsea's hopes.

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What happened. Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris has confirmed Granit Xhaka will not leave this summer, ending Chelsea's pursuit.

• Chelsea had an £8m bid rejected.
• Xhaka's contract runs until June 2028.
• Xhaka was open to reuniting with Alonso.

“Granit Xhaka will stay at Sunderland this summer.”

— Regis Le Bris

Chelsea must now look elsewhere for midfield reinforcements.

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