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"In my opinion, you have two of them" - When Granit Xhaka made bold claims about Cristiano Ronaldo with Lionel Messi comparisons Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka once proclaimed Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to be otherworldly, considering their on-field e...

JUNE 10, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Reports: Bayern agrees deal with Leverkusen to take Tah to Club World Cup

Bayern Munich has reportedly agreed a deal with Bayer Leverkusen to take Germany defender Jonathan Tah to the Club World Cup

JUNE 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Granit Xhaka on the move! Bayer Leverkusen to lose another key figure as ex-Arsenal star in talks to follow Xabi Alonso and Florian Wirtz out the door | Goal.com US Granit Xhaka is in talks to leave Bayer Leverkusen this summer as the Bundesliga club face a major overhaul.

JUNE 4, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Rock-solid once more Xhaka scored twice and added seven assists in 33 starts in the Bundesliga.

Impact Xhaka was a consistent piece of the starting XI for the second season in a row in Leverkusen. His role wasn't surprising, though the production he managed was impressive especially given how defensive his duties were. He struggled a bit to end the season but Xhaka remains a crucial piece of the starting XI next season.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in chances created, tackles Xhaka took an off target shot, created two chances and made two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Augsburg.

Impact Xhaka was active on both sides of the ball leading Leverkusen in both chances created and tackles during the win. The midfielder hasn't had a goal involvement since March 1st, but has combined for three chances created and five tackles in his last three appearances.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes defensively Xhaka crossed once inaccurately, blocked two shots and made five clearances during Sunday's 1-1 draw with St. Pauli.

Impact Xhaka was held off the scoresheet, but finished with the team-high in blocks during Sunday's draw. The midfielder hasn't had a goal involvement since the opening match of March, but remains the bridge between attack and defense for Leverkusen.

APRIL 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern spurns chance to go 8 points clear in Bundesliga as Dortmund draws 'Klassiker' 2-2

Borussia Dortmund has prevented Bayern Munich from going eight points clear in the Bundesliga by fighting back for a 2-2 draw in “der Klassiker.”

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Leader in multiple stats Xhaka took an off target shot, created two chances and made two interceptions during Saturday's 1-0 win over Heidenheim.

Impact Xhaka was held off the scoresheet, but contributed on both sides of the ball leading Leverkusen in shots, chances created and interceptions. The midfielder has combined for three shots, four chances created and a cross over his last three league starts.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen rediscovers its late-goal magic in a 4-3 comeback win over Stuttgart in Bundesliga

Bayer Leverkusen rediscovered some of the late-goal magic from its title-winning season as Patrik Schick’s added-time header sealed a 4-3 comeback win over Stuttgart in the Bundesl...

MARCH 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores on own net Xhaka had an own goal while taking an off target shot, crossing once accurately and creating a chance during Sunday's 4-3 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Xhaka scored on his own goal in the 62nd minute, restoring a two goal lead for Stuttgart at the time. The midfielder remains on a constant starter for Leverkusen bridging the gap between attack and defense for his side.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Munich Xhaka (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash with Munich.

Impact Xhaka was a doubt for Tuesday's clash, but passed the late fitness test and was deemed fit to start. The midfielder is now available and could be crucial as Leverkusen try and turn overturn a deficit from the first leg against their domestic foes.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Monday, possibility Tuesday Xhaka (undisclosed) was included in training Monday and is questionable for Tuesday's contest against Bayern Munich, according to Rune Gjerulff of Buli News.

Impact Xhaka looks to be in a decent spot after his early exit from their match over the weekend, with the midfielder returning to training Monday. This leaves him in a solid spot to return against Bayern, likely needing to past a late fitness test to be an option. He is a critical part of the team and will be expected to see the start if deemed fit.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wirtz among three key players injured for Leverkusen before Bayern match

Bayer Leverkusen is fretting about the fitness of three key players ahead of its Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Tuesday

MARCH 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Off at halftime Xhaka was forced off at halftime of Saturday's 2-0 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Xhaka stayed in the locker room during the break, being replaced by Exequiel Palacios. The extent of Xhaka's injury should be determined ahead of Tuesday's Champions League fixture against Bayern.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist Xhaka assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 win versus Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68t...

Impact Xhaka put his name on the scoresheet during Saturday's win, popping up for an assist during the rout over Frankfurt. The midfielder isn't a major offensive contributor, but he gets major minutes, and has the potential to pop up especially in matches where Leverkusen dominate possession.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund wins 2 Bundesliga games in a row for 1st time this season

Serhou Guirassy has scored again as Borussia Dortmund secured back-to-back wins in the Bundesliga for the first time this season with a 2-0 victory at St. Pauli

MARCH 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Leads Leverkusen in tackles Xhaka crossed twice (one accurate) and made two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Holstein Kiel.

Impact Xhaka was held off the scoresheet, but led Leverkusen with two tackles in the match. The midfielder ends February without a goal involvement, but remains a key cog in the Leverkusen midfield week in and week out.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles Xhaka took three off target shots, crossed three times inaccurately, created a chance and made three tackles (winning two) during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Sparta Prague.

Impact Xhaka was held off the scoresheet, but led Leverkusen with three tackles in the win. The midfielder ends the league phase of the Champions League with no goal involvements in his eight appearances.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Xhaka crossed once inaccurately, created three chances, made two interceptions and three tackles (winning all three) during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Leipzig.

Impact Xhaka was active on both sides of the ball leading Leverkusen in chances created, interceptions and tackles during the draw. The midfielder has an assist to go along with seven chances created and six tackles over his last three Bundesliga starts.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Xhaka had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's 3-1 win over Monchengladbach.

Impact Xhaka set up Florian Wirtz in the 32nd minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first goal involvement since December 7th for the midfielder as he's combined for two shots, four chances created and three crosses over his last three starts.

JANUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Xhaka took two off target shots, crossed once inaccurately and created three chances during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Xhaka was held off the scoresheet, but tied for the team-high with three chances created in the match. The midfielder has combined for just two shots, four chances created and a cross over his last three starts but is a constant in the XI for Leverkusen as a midfield bridge between defense and attack.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Xhaka (ankle) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Xhaka is back from his ankle injury after slight concern heading into the contest, not missing any time due to the complications. He has only missed one start all season, so he should be expected to remain in the starting XI moving forward.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Friday Xhaka (ankle) is recovering from an ankle injury and will be a late call for Friday's clash against Dortmund, coach Xabi Alonso confirmed in a press conference. "We will decide tom...

Impact Xhaka has yet to miss a game this season, making just one substitute appearance in the UCL against Brest. His presence in midfield has been vital, and his potential absence for the match against Dortmund would be a significant blow to the team. This season, he has contributed two goals, five assists, and 36 chances created, highlighting his offensive impact as a central midfielder. If unavailable for Friday's clash against Dortmund, Robert Andrich or Aleix Garcia could step in as his replacement.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Xhaka had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot during Saturday's 2-1 win over St. Pauli.

Impact Xhaka set up Florian Wirtz in the sixth minute to help open the scoring in Saturday's match. The midfielder has three goal involvements while combining for five shots, six chances created and four tackles over his last three Bundesliga starts.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and breaks assist drought Xhaka scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and five chances created in Saturday's 5-2 victory over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Xhaka assisted Leverkusen's third and go-ahead goal Saturday, as well as scored their fifth goal with a curled effort from outside of the box as they defeated Heidenheim by a margin of 5-2. The assist was Xhaka's first in eight appearances (seven starts) in all competitions. The midfielder is an integral member of the Leverkusen starting XI, as evidenced by the fact that he has started and played every minute of their 11 Bundesliga fixtures while netting two goals and supplying four assists.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Reports: Bayern agrees deal with Leverkusen to take Tah to Club World Cup

Bayern spurns chance to go 8 points clear in Bundesliga as Dortmund draws 'Klassiker' 2-2

Leverkusen rediscovers its late-goal magic in a 4-3 comeback win over Stuttgart in Bundesliga

Wirtz among three key players injured for Leverkusen before Bayern match

Dortmund wins 2 Bundesliga games in a row for 1st time this season