G. Xhaka

Switzerland · Sunderland

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rumourFootball.LondonCommunity source· 1 Aug 2026

Chelsea eye Alex Scott as Xhaka alternative

Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott remains a Chelsea target as Xabi Alonso seeks midfield reinforcements.

rumourCaughtOffsideRumour source· 28 Jul 2026

Sunderland shut door on Chelsea's Xhaka pursuit

Sunderland's manager confirms Granit Xhaka will stay, ending Chelsea's hopes of a reunion with Xabi Alonso.

rumourFootball.LondonCommunity source· 27 Jul 2026

Chelsea's Xhaka pursuit dead as Sunderland rule out sale

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

rumourMirror FootballEstablished source· 26 Jul 2026

Xhaka staying at Sunderland, says boss Le Bris

Sunderland boss shuts door on Chelsea after rejecting £8m bid.

rumourThe GuardianOfficial source· 26 Jul 2026

Le Bris shuts door on Chelsea's Xhaka pursuit

Sunderland boss declares captain Granit Xhaka is staying put despite Chelsea bid.

Personal info

Role: Player
Position: Midfielder
Full name: Granit Xhaka
Born: 27 Sept 1992 (33)
Birthplace: Basel, Switzerland
Nationality: Switzerland
Height: 186 cm
Current club: Sunderland

Overview

Granit Xhaka is a Swiss midfielder who plays for Switzerland. Born in Basel, he has previously played for clubs including Arsenal, Bayer Leverkusen, Borussia Mönchengladbach, and Sunderland. In the 2025 Premier League season, he recorded 34 appearances, scoring one goal and providing six assists.

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