Granit Xhaka Set to Join Sunderland in Sensational Transfer

Granit Xhaka is on his way to England with his agent to take a medical at Sunderland. The recently promoted Premier League team is about to sign the Swiss midfielder from Bayer Leverkusen.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Sunderland and Bayer Leverkusen have agreed on the transfer of 32-year-old Granit Xhaka for a fee of around €20 million. Xhaka has agreed to personal terms and will sign a deal until June 2028. Sunderland’s owner, Kyril Dreyfus, called Xhaka his dream target. The club, back in the Premier League this season, has increased its offer to sign him. They hope his arrival will bring experience to the squad, as Sunderland aims to strengthen their roster after securing promotion to the Premier League via the Championship play-offs.

WHY SUNDERLAND WANTED XHAKA

Xhaka brings over 250 Premier League appearances from his time at Arsenal and comes after a strong performance with Bayer Leverkusen, helping them finish second in the Bundesliga last season. Last season, he made over 40 appearances and showed leadership in midfield. Sunderland, who just signed Brighton winger Simon Adingra, see Xhaka as key to staying in the Premier League. They finished second in the Championship last year and are strengthening their squad for the challenge.

LOOKING AHEAD: THE IMPACT AND UPCOMING FIXTURES

Sunderland’s next match is against West Ham in the Premier League opener. They have returned to the top flight and aim to avoid relegation. They will rely on Xhaka’s experience right away. West Ham finished 11th last season and will be a tough first test. Sunderland wants to start strong and move up the table quickly. With this big signing, fans will expect a new level of competitiveness against top teams this season.