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Assists on equalizing goal Xhaka assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact The midfielder did plenty to eventually help Sunderland get a point from the match despite being a man down. Xhaka should continue posting strong numbers against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. The side has already allowed nine goals through five EPL games.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland news: Analysis of Granit Xhaka's comments on suffering Sunderland news: Analysis of Granit Xhaka's comments on suffering

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Pinpoint cross setups goal Xhaka assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Brentford. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Xhaka's late cross into the box was the decisive pass Saturday in Sunderland's 2-1 victory over Brentford. The assist marked the Sunderland captain's first goal contribution in the Premier League since his 2022 -2023 campaign with Arsenal. Xhaka has played every minute and created four chances across Sunderland's first three league fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

'Unprecedented': Erik ten Hag fired as Leverkusen coach after three games

Erik ten Hag has lasted three games at Bayer Leverkusen

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Breaks up play in center of park Xhaka had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Burnley.

Impact Xhaka's midfield guile was on full display as he continually broke up the Burnley build-up Saturday across his 90 minutes of play by making two tackles (zero won), two interceptions and three clearances. In his first Premier League minutes since the 2022-2023 campaign with Arsenal, Xhaka has played the full 90 minutes in two successive fixtures and created three chances. Look for the veteran to be the midfield focal point for Sunderland throughout the campaign.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland signs defender Mukiele from PSG

Sunderland has completed the signing of defender Nordi Mukiele from Paris Saint-Germain

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka handed Sunderland captaincy after move to promoted Premier League club | Sporting News The Switzerland international arrived at the Stadium of Light for last month and has already made a strong impression at his new club.

AUGUST 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Sunderland news: Granit Xhaka named as new captain Sunderland news: Granit Xhaka named as new captain

AUGUST 14, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Erik ten Hag slammed for not 'fighting harder' to keep Granit Xhaka at Bayer Leverkusen as Germany legend insists Sunderland transfer could have been prevented | Goal.com US Granit Xhaka has sensationally returned to the Premier League, signing for Sunderland in a £17 million ($23m) deal that has left Germany leg...

AUGUST 13, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Leverkusen striker Schick dismisses team's title chances after Xhaka becomes latest to leave

Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick says his team is not capable of fighting for the German Bundesliga title without new signings after Granit Xhaka joined a string of title-win...

JULY 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka completes €20m Sunderland transfer from Bayer Leverkusen Sunderland have paid €15m up front with a further €5m in potential add-ons for the 32-year-old midfielder.

JULY 30, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

Ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka seals shock £17m transfer to Sunderland as Bayer Leverkusen ignore Erik ten Hag plea | Goal.com US Granit Xhaka has sealed a shock return to the Premier League with Sunderland despite Erik ten Hag's plea for him to stay at Bayer Leverkusen...

JULY 30, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Granit Xhaka completes move to Sunderland from Leverkusen

Granit Xhaka has returned to the Premier League with a move to newly-promoted Sunderland

JULY 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka to Sunderland: Black Cats complete £17.3m transfer deal for Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka returns to the Premier League two years after departing Arsenal; the midfielder has moved to Sunderland in an initial £13m move...

JULY 30, 2025 • SKY.COM

Returns to Premier League Xhaka has signed a three-year contract with Sunderland, joining from Bayer Leverkusen, his new club announced. "We're delighted to welcome Granit and his family to Sunderland. His...

Impact Xhaka returns to the Premier League after featuring in 225 games with Arsenal and serving as the captain of the club. This time, the Swiss midfielder will play for Sunderland under coach Regis Le Bris after a stint in Germany for two seasons, where he helped the team win their first-ever Bundesliga title and second DFB-Pokal in a record-shattering invincible season under coach Xabi Alonso. Xhaka has captained his country Switzerland and holds 137 caps for the Nati, earning him valuable experience to become the leader of the midfield in Sunderland heading into the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland agree €20m Granit Xhaka deal with Bayer Leverkusen The newly-promoted Premier League club are set to pay Leverkusen €15m up front with a further €5m in potential add-ons.

JULY 28, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

Potential Twist: Conflicting Reports Emerge on Arsenal Hero Granit Xhaka's Move to Sunderland While there are reports that speak of Granit Xhaka's intention to go to Sunderland, others point out that Bayer Leverkusen are not willing t...

JULY 24, 2025 • SI.COM

Furious Erik ten Hag blocks Granit Xhaka's Bayer Leverkusen exit after Sunderland transfer agreement as ex-Man Utd boss insists 'we're not letting anyone else go' | Goal.com US Erik ten Hag has ruled out Granit Xhaka leaving Bayer Leverkusen despite his agent saying a transfer agreement has been struck with Sunderla...

JULY 23, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Erik ten Hag says Granit Xhaka 'too important' for Bayer Leverkusen to 'let go' amid Sunderland talks The Athletic reported on Tuesday Xhaka, 32, was prioritising a move to Sunderland over other suitors.

JULY 22, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

Granit Xhaka 'Offered Premier League Return' After Saudi Arabia Snub Bayer Leverkusen expect a final answer from Xhaka in the coming days.

JULY 17, 2025 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Granit Xhaka to Serie A back on as Juventus prepare to swoop in for Bayer Leverkusen midfielder after AC Milan switch collapses | Goal.com US Italian club Juventus are targeting Bayer Leverkusen player Granit Xhaka despite his failed move to AC Milan.

JULY 8, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Bayer Leverkusen ready to let Granit Xhaka leave amid pressure from midfielder and AC Milan offer | Goal.com US Bayer Leverkusen are ready to sell midfielder Granit Xhaka, who wishes to leave the Bundesliga side amid an offer from AC Milan.

JUNE 25, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Double blow for AC Milan as Bayer Leverkusen determined to keep Granit Xhaka despite transfer agreement while Serie A side see €16m Javi Guerra bid rejected | Goal.com US AC Milan’s pursuit of Granit Xhaka and Javi Guerra have not advanced as the Rossoneri’s offers are not satisfactory for their respective clu...

JUNE 24, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Erik ten Hag attempting to convince Granit Xhaka to snub AC Milan for Bayer Leverkusen stay despite transfer agreement as new coach looks to stop summer exodus | Goal.com US Leverkusen boss Erik ten Hag is trying to convince midfielder Granit Xhaka to continue at the club, with the player already in talks with AC...

JUNE 17, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Granit Xhaka waits on Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan to reach transfer agreement after giving green light to Serie A switch | Goal.com US Granit Xhaka has given the go-ahead for a Milan move, but talks with Bayer Leverkusen in the next 48 hours will decide his Serie A future.

JUNE 16, 2025 • GOAL.COM

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'Unprecedented': Erik ten Hag fired as Leverkusen coach after three games

Sunderland signs defender Mukiele from PSG

Leverkusen striker Schick dismisses team's title chances after Xhaka becomes latest to leave

Granit Xhaka completes move to Sunderland from Leverkusen