Granit Xhaka prepares for life after football as former Arsenal star becomes head of fashion brand
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window)
Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
EX-ARSENAL star Granit Xhaka has swapped football for fashion - by heading up a clothing brand.
The Swiss midfielder spent seven years with the Gunners, captaining the side and winning two FA Cups.
Sign up for Scottish Sun
newsletter
Sign up
2
Bayer Leverkusen star Granit Xhaka has swapped football for fashion
2
Ex-Arsenal ace Xhaka is heading up a clothing brand
He joined Bayer Leverkusen in 2023, and has since won the Bundesliga title and German Cup.
Xhaka, 32, co-founded the Grajo streetwear label two years ago. He has now taken full charge of the company.
The Switzerland international said: "We have agreed that I will take complete control, and go full steam into the future.
"I have turned the company's focus more towards my own vision. Besides streetwear, we have customers who favour a more elegant style.
"There is a broad spectrum from comfort to stylishness. I offer my new collections to my Leverkusen teammates.
"Their reactions have been positive. Many of them like the styles, and are happy to wear the clothes.
"At present we sell online, as that is the best way to bring our collections direct to the public, but this is only the start.
"I can foresee us opening shops as well. Social media plays a central role, and I want us to become established in both Europe and the USA.
CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS
"I am learning new ways of manufacturing the clothes. It's really interesting for me to see.
"I have always lived for fashion, and all the more so now with my own!
Why Xhaka is Football's Greatest Comeback
"My wife Leonita supports my fashion and style completely. That means a lot to me."
Xhaka made 297 Arsenal appearances, scoring 23 goals, following a £35million move from Borussia Monchengladbach in 2016.
The Basel-born ace has since gone on to break Switzerland's caps record, scoring 14 times in 135 games.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Scottish Sun
31 minutes ago
- Scottish Sun
Tony Bellew forced off 5 minutes into Soccer Aid and helped down tunnel
FINAL BELL Tony Bellew forced off 5 minutes into Soccer Aid and helped down tunnel Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TONY BELLEW was forced off just five minutes into Soccer Aid. The former boxer appeared to be in a lot of pain as injury cut short his Old Trafford appearance. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Tony Bellew walked down the tunnel after lasting just five minutes Bellew put his hands to his face as he trudged down the tunnel, clearly despondent at his early withdrawal. Physios attended to the stricken star, who winced in pain on the touchline after he was taken off. Bellew's left knee was heavily strapped and may have been the cause of his injury. ITV commentator Sam Matterface said of the injury: "I heard it go. That can't be good." THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS
Scottish Sun
an hour ago
- Scottish Sun
The beauty recycling scheme that'll bag you a tenner – and how to get 50% cashback on new products too
Plus, how to boost your Tesco Clubcard points TOP MARKS The beauty recycling scheme that'll bag you a tenner – and how to get 50% cashback on new products too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WE'RE all looking for ways to save a bit of extra cash these days, especially with the cost of living on the rise. But what if you could earn rewards while doing your bit for the planet? Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Shoppers are praising a recycling system that can earn you cash Credit: Getty That's exactly what Boots is offering with their Recycle at Boots scheme - a simple and rewarding way to handle those tricky beauty and healthcare empties that can't go in your regular recycling bin. While some bathroom items, like aerosols, glass jars, and full-sized shampoo bottles, can often be recycled at home, many products made from mixed or non-recyclable materials end up in landfill. That's where Boots comes in, giving shoppers an easy solution to recycle items that kerbside collections can't manage. Customers just need to download the Recycle at Boots app, scan their empties, and within 24 hours, the app will confirm whether the items are eligible for recycling or rewards. From toothpaste tubes to lotion pumps and travel-sized cosmetics, Boots makes dealing with hard-to-recycle bits effortless - and shoppers can earn rewards while they're at it. Shoppers are loving the initiative and taking advantage of the rewards. One TikTok user, who goes by the name 'Hyperfocus_rewards', shared her experience in a video captioned: 'It's basically 50% back on your £10 spend.' She revealed that she had 27 items approved for the recycling scheme, meaning she could exchange them for points. The scheme works by giving customers £5 worth of points on their Advantage card when they recycle five qualifying items and spend £10 in store. The TikToker explained that her basket full of recycling goods will earn her £25 worth of points - making it not just eco-friendly but wallet-friendly too. First look inside revamped Scots Boots store with Fenty and Kylie Cosmetics stands - hundreds of customers can get freebies The Recycle at Boots scheme accepts products such as toothpaste tubes, lotion pumps, and small cosmetics like mascaras or travel minis. This programme is making recycling effortless while rewarding shoppers for their eco-friendly efforts. 2 It's an easy way to stack up the points on your Boots Advantage card Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
an hour ago
- Scottish Sun
Eagle-eyed fans spot Rory McIlroy's ‘unrepeatable' magic trick in furious fit of rage at US Open
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RORY MCILROY stunned fans with an unbelievable trick at the US Open. The Masters winner has struggled in Pittsburgh this week and barely made the cut on Friday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Rory McIlroy threw his club in frustration 3 It bounced off his bag in bizarre fashion 3 The Masters champion caught his club effortlessly in a move that wowed fans He has been lashing out all week, throwing his clubs in a rage when things have not gone his way. After yet another disappointing shot on Sunday McIlroy went to throw his iron with considerable force. He hesitated and instead opted for a more friendly throw at his own bag, but the club sprang back up in bizarre fashion, allowing McIlroy to catch it. Eagle-eyed fans spotted the funny mishap and found it equally hilarious and unbelievable. READ MORE IN GOLF COR BLIMEY US Open star withdraws hours before start of final round after suffering injury One reacted saying: "Rory McIlroy entering GOAT club thrower territory now." Another added: "Unrepeatable 🤣🤣" A third wrote: "I'd like to see him try that again!" And another commented: "The nonchalance of the bounce back catch is truly something." CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS McIlroy has tossed his clubs around the Oakmont Country Club this week, with the five-time major winner also smashing a tee box as he allowed his frustrations to get the better of him. He snubbed the press after his first two rounds before declaring: "[I've] earned the right to do whatever I want to do." 'Oh wow' - Rory McIlroy launches club and smashes tee box leaving Sky Sports commentators disgusted at US Open McIroy, 36, said of his brief blackout: "It's just frustration with you guys [some sections of the media]. "I have been totally available for the past number of years. "That [driver issue] was a part of it, but at Augusta, I skipped you guys on Thursday. "It's not out of the ordinary as I've done it before, but I am doing it a little more often. "I feel like I've earned the right to do whatever I want to do."
