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Granit Xhaka

34Bayer Leverkusenmidfielder27.09.1992 (31 year)height 186weight 80nationality Switzerland

Club season 2023/2024

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'He presses almost as much as Havertz': Arsenal fans want Arteta to play Leo Trossard in brand new role

Arsenal have done well so far this season, sitting top of their Champions League group and in second place in the Premier League.However, Mikel Arteta is struggling to find the right way to replace Granit Xhaka who returned to Germany after a successful 2023/24 campaign.

13 days ago

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Xhaka speaks on relationship with Arteta as he emerges top midfielder in Europe

Xhaka speaks on relationship with Arteta as he emerges top midfielder in Europe

Granit Xhaka has played more final third passes (127) and more progressive passes (119) than any player in Europe’s top 5 leagues so far this season.Speaking on his relationship with Mikel Arteta, he said: “I had a very, very good relationship with Mikel, of course.

13 days ago

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'That's the difference': Xhaka outlines slight edge Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso has over Arteta

'That's the difference': Xhaka outlines slight edge Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso has over Arteta

Granit Xhaka says Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso have a lot in common in their style of management. He, however, said the difference is how both managers transmit ideas to their players.

21 day ago

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Xhaka admits he cried after joining Leverkusen - not because he misses Arsenal

Xhaka admits he cried after joining Leverkusen - not because he misses Arsenal

Granit Xhaka has revealed that he had tears of joy when he completed his switch from Arsenal to Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. “I’m a very emotional person, I like to cry and I’m not ashamed of it,” the Swiss midfielder said.

22 days ago

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'Xhaka had passion, Havertz acts like he is on a well-paid holiday': Arsenal fans react to Havertz taking over Xhaka's role

'Xhaka had passion, Havertz acts like he is on a well-paid holiday': Arsenal fans react to Havertz taking over Xhaka's role

In his recent press conference, Mikel Arteta talked about Kai Havertz potentially taking over Granit Xhaka's midfield role. However, Arsenal fans didn't like the comparison, claiming Havertz can't play Xhaka's role.

25 days ago

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'Granit was a key player': Arteta backs Havertz to fill Xhaka void at Arsenal

'Granit was a key player': Arteta backs Havertz to fill Xhaka void at Arsenal

During his recent press conference, Mikel Arteta discussed the possibility of Kai Havertz eventually replacing Granit Xhaka in midfield. He told reporters: "Granit was a key player; he played almost every game for us.

25 days ago

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'Hasn't been the same': Ian Wright names one Arsenal player suffering from Granit Xhaka's exit

'Hasn't been the same': Ian Wright names one Arsenal player suffering from Granit Xhaka's exit

Speaking on the Wrighty's House podcast, Ian Wright said: "Oleksandr Zinchenko without Granit Xhaka, it's not the same role."Xhaka was very important.

1 month ago

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'At Leverkusen, there is no chaos': Xhaka cites 'pressure' at Arsenal as reason for exit

'At Leverkusen, there is no chaos': Xhaka cites 'pressure' at Arsenal as reason for exit

Granit Xhaka left Arsenal for Bayer Leverkusen this summer, putting an end to dramatic seven years which saw him go from a universally hated figure at the Emirates to one of the most adored members of the squad.Talking with NZZ Am Sonntag, the midfielder explained his decision to part ways with the Gunners.

1 month ago

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Arsenal told they already have player who could be better than Xhaka - not Vieira

Arsenal told they already have player who could be better than Xhaka - not Vieira

Alan Smith says Kai Havertz could end up being even better than Granit Xhaka at Arsenal.Speaking about the German international, Smith said: “It does annoy me a bit the way people are willing to criticise him so quickly.

2 months ago

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'He's great with his movement and positioning': Arsenal fans defend Havertz after poor start to the season

'He's great with his movement and positioning': Arsenal fans defend Havertz after poor start to the season

Kai Havertz continues to struggle at Arsenal following his £67 million summer transfer from Chelsea.The German is yet to gel with the team, failing to make in impact in the first four games of the Premier League season.

2 months ago

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'These goals win you titles': Declan Rice & one more Arsenal star included in Garth Crooks' Team of the Week

'These goals win you titles': Declan Rice & one more Arsenal star included in Garth Crooks' Team of the Week

Arsenal came back from a goal down to secure a massive 3–1 win against Manchester United in the Premier League at the Emirates on Sunday.Declan Rice scored the winning goal in added time while Martin Odegaard started the comeback.

2 months ago

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4 ins, 13 outs: All Arsenal's transfer business in one place

4 ins, 13 outs: All Arsenal's transfer business in one place

The summer transfer campaign is officially over! Here are all the deals Arsenal have managed to pull out.INsDeclan Rice - €116m (West Ham)Kai Havertz - €75m (Chelsea)Jurrien Timber - €40m (Ajax)David Raya - €3.

2 months ago

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Defiant Mikel Arteta says tactical change down to two players - Havertz not among

Defiant Mikel Arteta says tactical change down to two players - Havertz not among

On why he's changed Arsenal's defence this season, Mikel Arteta said: "The personnel is different. We played differently against Manchester City and there were 43 different structures in different phases.

2 months ago

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5 first-team shirt numbers available for new Arsenal signings

5 first-team shirt numbers available for new Arsenal signings

The transfer window closes at the end of the month but a few more arrivals are still expected at Arsenal.Midfielder Mohamed Kudus continues to be linked with the Gunners while David Raya's transfer is all but official.

3 months ago

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Arsenal's biggest weakness even after spending almost £200m shown

Arsenal's biggest weakness even after spending almost £200m shown

Arsenal have been busy in the transfer market. The Gunners have already spent around £200m on Kai Havertz, Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber. The Gunners now flaunt immense squad depth.

4 months ago

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Analyst writes off Kai Havertz, names player of rival club as ideal Xhaka successor

Analyst writes off Kai Havertz, names player of rival club as ideal Xhaka successor

Kai Havertz won't fit into Granit Xhaka's role at Arsenal, according to an analyst on Twitter.The Gunners signed Havertz from Chelsea to fill in the left midfield role.

4 months ago

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Xhaka speaks on painful Arsenal exit & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Xhaka speaks on painful Arsenal exit & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Xhaka speaks on difficult Arsenal exitGranit Xhaka on his move to Bayer Leverkusen: "It wasn't easy for me to leave or for the club to let me go. "I felt love and respect from Edu and [Mikel] Arteta, but I wanted to face a new challenge at Bayer Leverkusen.

4 months ago

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Xhaka reveals why he didn't stay in the Premier League after Arsenal exit

Xhaka reveals why he didn't stay in the Premier League after Arsenal exit

When asked why he opted to join Bayer Leverkusen and not another Premier League side, Granit Xhaka told reporters: "I spent seven magnificent years at Arsenal, I didn't want to play against them. "It wasn't easy for me to leave or for the club to let me go.

4 months ago

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Jesus or Rice? Mikel Arteta gives big hint on Arsenal's next vice-captain

Jesus or Rice? Mikel Arteta gives big hint on Arsenal's next vice-captain

Mikel Arteta says it is too early to decide on who will be Arsenal's next vice-captain following Granit Xhaka's exit.With Martin Odegaard as skipper, Xhaka and Gabriel Jesus deputized for the Norwegian last season.

4 months ago

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Mikel Arteta: 'Kai Havertz is not a replacement for Granit Xhaka'

Mikel Arteta: 'Kai Havertz is not a replacement for Granit Xhaka'

During a recent media briefing, Mikel Arteta urged fans and reporters to not place undue pressure on Kai Havertz by comparing him to Granit Xhaka. The Arsenal boss told the media: "He’s [Havertz] not a replacement [for Xhaka].

4 months ago

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Biography

'Is that a joke?': Turkish club lowball Arsenal on one player — top Gooners are confused

'Is that a joke?': Turkish club lowball Arsenal on one player — top Gooners are confused

Besiktas have made an offer of just €2.5 million to sign Rob Holding this summer, according to The Athletic.

4 months ago

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'Making runs, getting into the box': Kai Havertz compared to Chelsea icon Frank Lampard

'Making runs, getting into the box': Kai Havertz compared to Chelsea icon Frank Lampard

Speaking on talkSPORT radio, former Liverpool and Wales striker Dean Saunders said: "I look at Arsenal, you know, Gabriel Martinelli on the left, Bukayo Saka on the right, Gabriel Jesus down the middle."Declan Rice sitting, Kai Havertz joining in with Martinelli down the left channel making runs.

4 months ago

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Nwaneri travels with Arsenal senior squad & 2 more under-radar stories

Nwaneri travels with Arsenal senior squad & 2 more under-radar stories

Balogun spotted in Arsenal training Folarin Balogun has returned to Arsenal for pre-season training ahead of a key summer for the striker. With reports linking him strongly with a move away from the Emirates Stadium, he has just one week before travelling back out to America with the Gunners.

4 months ago

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Xhaka reveals 'worthwhile' reason that made him leave Arsenal for Leverkusen - not his wife

Xhaka reveals 'worthwhile' reason that made him leave Arsenal for Leverkusen - not his wife

“There was speculation everywhere that my wife was no longer happy in England. That is not at all true," Granit Xhaka told Keystone-SDA (via Sport Witness).

4 months ago

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'It's not easy to leave': Xhaka pens emotional farewell message to Arsenal fans after Bayer Leverkusen move

'It's not easy to leave': Xhaka pens emotional farewell message to Arsenal fans after Bayer Leverkusen move

Granit Xhaka has penned a letter to the Arsenal fans after securing a move to Bayer Leverkusen.Taking to Instagram to deliver the message, he wrote: “Gunners, it's been some journey - and all that's left is for me to say thank you.

4 months ago

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New deal for Nelson & 2 more big Arsenal stories you might've missed

New deal for Nelson & 2 more big Arsenal stories you might've missed

Nelson officially staysReiss Nelson has finally put pen to paper on a new long-term contract at Arsenal, keeping him at the club until at least the end of the 2026/27 campaign.2 players about to join Arsenal, possibly todayXhaka leaves ArsenalGranit Xhaka has officially left Arsenal with a year left on his contract and returned to the Bundesliga, signing a long-term deal with Bayer Leverkusen.

4 months ago

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Granit Xhaka leaves Arsenal for Bayer Leverkusen, Mikel Arteta makes passionate speech

Granit Xhaka leaves Arsenal for Bayer Leverkusen, Mikel Arteta makes passionate speech

On Thursday evening, Arsenal officially announced that Granit Xhaka has left the club after spending seven years at the Emirates.Mikel Arteta said: "We are saying goodbye to a fantastic player and person loved by all of us.

4 months ago

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Xhaka arrives in Germany for Bayer Leverkusen medical

Xhaka arrives in Germany for Bayer Leverkusen medical

Granit Xhaka has taken a huge step towards finally bidding goodbye to Arsenal. The midfielder is reportedly in Germany now, having arrived earlier this Thursday.

4 months ago

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One thing that needs to happen for Xhaka to leave and 2 more under-radar Arsenal stories today

One thing that needs to happen for Xhaka to leave and 2 more under-radar Arsenal stories today

🤌 Woman takes charge of male English team, Palestine set for historic Ireland game — Premier League news round-upReiss Nelson misses Arsenal pre-season trainingReiss Nelson is not expected to be part of Arsenal's pre-season training yet. The 23-year-old is out of contract at the Emirates Stadium as his deal expired on June 30.

4 months ago

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Partey, Tierney & 8 more players who could leave Arsenal this summer (reliability: 5 stars)

Partey, Tierney & 8 more players who could leave Arsenal this summer (reliability: 5 stars)

Arsenal are looking to generate money by selling their players, with as many as ten men could leave the club this summer, according to The Telegraph.The Gunners are set to receive £21m from the sale of Granit Xhaka to Bayer, although the deal is still not done yet.

4 months ago

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Bayer Leverkusen agree Xhaka fee & 2 more big stories you might've missed

Bayer Leverkusen agree Xhaka fee & 2 more big stories you might've missed

🧨 Gerrard speaks Arabic, Chelsea's ex-striker wanted in jail & others — click to read Premier League news round-upLavia next after RiceThe Times claims that Arsenal are preparing to go for the Southampton's defensive midfielder.Bayer agree Xhaka feeThe Bundesliga side agreed to pay €25m Arsenal have been demanding for the Swiss midfielder, as per talkSPORT.

4 months ago

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Granit Xhaka close to leaving Arsenal as Bayer meet asking price (reliability: 4 stars)

Granit Xhaka close to leaving Arsenal as Bayer meet asking price (reliability: 4 stars)

According to talkSPORT, Granit Xhaka's move to Bayer Leverkusen is finally close to completion.The Bundesliga side have improved their offer to Arsenal up to €25m, the amount the Gunners demanded for the Swiss midfielder.

4 months ago

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'It hurts, can't lie': Kieran Gibbs rocked by potential exit of Arsenal midfielder

'It hurts, can't lie': Kieran Gibbs rocked by potential exit of Arsenal midfielder

“I think it’s necessary (Declan Rice’s signing), with Granit Xhaka and potentially Thomas Partey leaving,” said Kieran Gibbs. “Which hurts, by the way.

4 months ago

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One in, two out: Arsenal's 32-man full squad after July 1

One in, two out: Arsenal's 32-man full squad after July 1

July 1 was the cutoff point for players' contracts across Europe.At Arsenal, it was only applicable to one player: Ainsley Maitland-Niles ended his 20-year association with the club and left as a free agent.

4 months ago

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Arsenal will allow Granit Xhaka to leave, but Bayer Leverkusen might have to improve their offer

Arsenal will allow Granit Xhaka to leave, but Bayer Leverkusen might have to improve their offer

Arsenal is prepared to let Granit Xhaka leave the club once they finalize the £105 million transfer for West Ham captain Declan Rice. Bayer Leverkusen is interested in signing Xhaka, but they may need to improve their offer in order to secure his services.

4 months ago

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4 ins, 5 outs: Arsenal's latest transfer round-up with probability ratings

4 ins, 5 outs: Arsenal's latest transfer round-up with probability ratings

The 2023 summer transfer window is in full swing and a host of arrivals as well as departures are expected to take place at Arsenal in the near future.INsDeclan Rice: 90%Arsenal have submitted a record-breaking bid of £105 million to West Ham with Manchester City pulling out of the transfer race for the midfielder.

5 months ago

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'Their crowd lifted and got aggressive': Rob Holding told about the moment at Anfield that transformed season

'Their crowd lifted and got aggressive': Rob Holding told about the moment at Anfield that transformed season

Arsenal defender Rob Holding has highlighted the atmosphere of Anfield as the most intimidating in the Premier League. The Gunners had a 2-0 lead against Liverpool in April, but ended up drawing 2-2.

5 months ago

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'It doesn't surprise me that Arsenal are in for him': Ally McCoist backs 'top player' Kai Havertz to succeed

'It doesn't surprise me that Arsenal are in for him': Ally McCoist backs 'top player' Kai Havertz to succeed

Speaking on talkSPORT radio, former Scotland striker Ally McCoist said: "I'm having Kai Havertz. I'm telling you right now, he's been playing out of position, without a doubt, because he's never a centre-forward.

5 months ago

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Thomas Partey, Kieran Tierney & 5 more players set to leave Arsenal this summer

Thomas Partey, Kieran Tierney & 5 more players set to leave Arsenal this summer

Arsenal are expecting numerous departures this summer as Mikel Arteta takes a bigger step in building his dream side. Here is a list of the players who could leave in hopes of funding more transfers.

5 months ago

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Arsenal set to make new Declan Rice bid imminently, amount revealed (reliability: 5 stars)

Arsenal set to make new Declan Rice bid imminently, amount revealed (reliability: 5 stars)

Arsenal are set to make their second bid for the signing of Declan Rice from West Ham United on Monday, June 20 – as per multiple reliable sources.Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that the Gunners are set to launch an offer of around £90m to their London rivals.

5 months ago

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