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Rhyl Journal
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Sunderland sign former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen
The 32-year-old midfielder arrives on Wearside having spent two years with Leverkusen and was part of their impressive 2023-24 season, where they were crowned Bundesliga champions and lifted the DFB-Pokal. Xhaka made 49 appearances in all competitions for Leverkusen last season, including 10 in the Champions League. Sunderland AFC is delighted to announce the signing of Granit Xhaka, who joins on a three-year deal from Bayer 04 Leverkusen! ❤️✍️ — Sunderland AFC (@SunderlandAFC) July 30, 2025 He began his career at Basel before joining Borussia Monchengladbach and boasts Premier League pedigree having spent seven years at Arsenal following a move to north London in 2016, where he made 225 league appearances and won the FA Cup twice. A Switzerland international, Xhaka has captained the team since 2020 and is their record appearance holder with 137 caps. He told the club's website: 'I'm very proud to be here. When I spoke to the club, I was excited and I felt the energy, and the mentality that all the people and players have. 'It's exactly what I wanted, and I have a very good feeling. We are back to where this club needs to be, and we want to stay here to write our own history. 'I feel that I'm ready to help the team with my experience but with quality as well. 'We need to find ourselves on the pitch, but I don't think this will be a big problem. It's been a long time to wait, but I'm here now and I'm looking forward to it.' Sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said: 'We're delighted to welcome Granit and his family to Sunderland. 'His arrival is a significant endorsement of our ambition and our desire to build a team our supporters can be proud of in the Premier League. 'His accomplishments and quality need little introduction – he's a player of the highest calibre on and off the field, who we feel is the perfect match to the profile required in our team. 'We look forward to helping him settle on Wearside and are excited to see the impact he can make on the field and within our dressing room.' Xhaka's switch to Sunderland is the latest signing in a busy transfer window for the Premier League newcomers. A post shared by Sunderland AFC (@sunderlandafc) His arrival sees the Black Cats continue to strengthen their midfield with Enzo Le Fee, Habib Diarra and Noah Sadiki signing permanent deals. Wingers Simon Adingra and Chemsdine Talbi have also joined the club along with full-back Reinildo Mandava. Sunderland have also reached an agreement to sign goalkeeper Robin Roefs, the PA news agency understands. The 22-year-old Netherlands Under-21 international made 33 league appearances for NEC Nijmegen last season as they finished eighth in the Eredivisie. Sunderland open their Premier League campaign on August 16 against West Ham at the Stadium of Light.
Daily Tribune
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Xhaka, Wearside, and the Shock Return
Granit Xhaka's unlikely Sunderland switch sends tremors through the Premier League In one of the more surprising moves of the summer, Granit Xhaka has signed for Sunderland on a three-year deal, marking a dramatic return to the Premier League after two seasons away. The 32-year-old joins the newly-promoted club from Bayer Leverkusen, where he played a central role in a historic Bundesliga title win and a Europa League final run. Now, he's swapping Champions League football for a different kind of challenge in red and white. From Xabi to Stadium of Light Xhaka's exit from Leverkusen comes just a week after Erik ten Hag, newly in charge of the German champions, publicly insisted the Swiss midfielder was 'too important to lose.' That only shows how determined Sunderland were to get their man. Reports suggest the fee was £17.3 million, a statement signing for a side returning to the Premier League after a long, hard slog through the lower divisions. Leader in the Room Speaking to the club, Xhaka made his intentions clear. 'I'm very proud to be here,' he said. 'I felt the energy, the mentality, it just felt right.' It's a significant acquisition for Sunderland, both symbolically and practically. With 225 Premier League appearances for Arsenal and two FA Cups to his name, Xhaka arrives as both a seasoned anchor and a tone-setter in the dressing room. No Free Passes Sunderland, for their part, aren't easing into their top-flight return quietly. Their first fixture will be a home match against West Ham United on August 16. With Xhaka now pulling the strings in midfield, expect a fiercer, more structured side.
Business Standard
13 hours ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
Sunderland sign Granit Xhaka from Leverkusen in surprise transfer
Granit Xhaka returned to the Premier League on Wednesday with a move to newly-promoted Sunderland. The former Arsenal captain joined from Bayer Leverkusen and signed a three-year contract at the Stadium of Light. The 32-year-old Xhaka spent seven years at Arsenal, where he won two FA Cups before moving to Germany and helping Leverkusen lift the Bundesliga title in 2024 as part of a league and cup double. At Sunderland, his primary task will likely be to help the club avoid relegation. We are back to where this club needs to be, and we want to stay here to write our own history. I feel that I'm ready to help the team with my experience but with quality as well," Xhaka said. Xhaka is captain of Switzerland and has won 137 caps for his country. Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said the signing of Xhaka was a significant endorsement of our ambition and our desire to build a team our supporters can be proud of in the Premier League. His accomplishments and quality need little introduction he's a player of the highest calibre on and off the field, Speakman said.
South Wales Guardian
13 hours ago
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Sunderland sign former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen
The 32-year-old midfielder arrives on Wearside having spent two years with Leverkusen and was part of their impressive 2023-24 season, where they were crowned Bundesliga champions and lifted the DFB-Pokal. Xhaka made 49 appearances in all competitions for Leverkusen last season, including 10 in the Champions League. Sunderland AFC is delighted to announce the signing of Granit Xhaka, who joins on a three-year deal from Bayer 04 Leverkusen! ❤️✍️ — Sunderland AFC (@SunderlandAFC) July 30, 2025 He began his career at Basel before joining Borussia Monchengladbach and boasts Premier League pedigree having spent seven years at Arsenal following a move to north London in 2016, where he made 225 league appearances and won the FA Cup twice. A Switzerland international, Xhaka has captained the team since 2020 and is their record appearance holder with 137 caps. He told the club's website: 'I'm very proud to be here. When I spoke to the club, I was excited and I felt the energy, and the mentality that all the people and players have. 'It's exactly what I wanted, and I have a very good feeling. We are back to where this club needs to be, and we want to stay here to write our own history. 'I feel that I'm ready to help the team with my experience but with quality as well. 'We need to find ourselves on the pitch, but I don't think this will be a big problem. It's been a long time to wait, but I'm here now and I'm looking forward to it.' Sporting director Kristjaan Speakman said: 'We're delighted to welcome Granit and his family to Sunderland. 'His arrival is a significant endorsement of our ambition and our desire to build a team our supporters can be proud of in the Premier League. 'His accomplishments and quality need little introduction – he's a player of the highest calibre on and off the field, who we feel is the perfect match to the profile required in our team. 'We look forward to helping him settle on Wearside and are excited to see the impact he can make on the field and within our dressing room.' Xhaka's switch to Sunderland is the latest signing in a busy transfer window for the Premier League newcomers. A post shared by Sunderland AFC (@sunderlandafc) His arrival sees the Black Cats continue to strengthen their midfield with Enzo Le Fee, Habib Diarra and Noah Sadiki signing permanent deals. Wingers Simon Adingra and Chemsdine Talbi have also joined the club along with full-back Reinildo Mandava. Sunderland have also reached an agreement to sign goalkeeper Robin Roefs, the PA news agency understands. The 22-year-old Netherlands Under-21 international made 33 league appearances for NEC Nijmegen last season as they finished eighth in the Eredivisie. Sunderland open their Premier League campaign on August 16 against West Ham at the Stadium of Light.
Business Upturn
13 hours ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
It's the biggest challenge of my career: Granit Xhaka after signing up for Sunderland
Granit Xhaka has officially signed for PL side Sunderland on a €20 million deal. By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on July 30, 2025, 19:08 IST Granit Xhaka has officially signed for PL side Sunderland on a €20 million deal. The midfielder has joined from Bayer Leverkusen on a three-year contract until June 2028. Xhaka is very happy and excited to be here, as per his latest video on the club's official social media handle. Premier League side Sunderland have completed the signing of Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth €20 million. The experienced midfielder has penned a three-year contract with the Black Cats, keeping him at the Stadium of Light until June 2028. Xhaka, who played a pivotal role in Leverkusen's recent success, expressed his excitement in a video released on the club's official social media handle. 'It's the biggest challenge of my career,' said the 31-year-old, highlighting his determination to make an impact in England's top flight once again. The Swiss international brings leadership and top-level experience to Sunderland, who are looking to strengthen their midfield as they prepare for the upcoming Premier League season. Fans are eagerly anticipating his debut, with many seeing Xhaka as a statement signing for the club. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at
