Granit Xhaka Returns to Premier League with Sunderland Triumph
Granit Xhaka, former Arsenal midfielder, has joined Sunderland on a three-year deal, marking his return to the Premier League. The Swiss international previously won the Bundesliga with Bayer Leverkusen. The transfer value is estimated at £17.3 million, with Sunderland gearing up for their Premier League opener.
Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka has made a notable return to the Premier League, securing a three-year contract with Sunderland. Having previously played for Arsenal, Xhaka left England for Bayer Leverkusen, where he enjoyed success, including a Bundesliga title and reaching the Europa League final in his inaugural season.
The 32-year-old's move comes despite recent comments from Leverkusen's manager, Erik ten Hag, highlighting Xhaka's importance to the German club. No official transfer fee has been released, but English media suggests that Sunderland acquired Xhaka for approximately £17.3 million.
Granit Xhaka previously made 225 Premier League appearances with Arsenal and claimed two FA Cup titles. Sunderland is set to open their Premier League campaign with a home match against West Ham United on August 16.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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