La ex estrella del Arsenal, Granit Xhaka, se dispone a rechazar su regreso a la Premier League en medio de rumores sobre su salida del Bayer Leverkusen.

Según informes, el ex astro del Arsenal, Granit Xhaka, está a punto de rechazar un regreso a la Premier League con el Sunderland, a pesar de las crecientes especulaciones sobre su futuro en el Bayer Leverkusen. El jugador de 32 años llegó a la Bundesliga en 2023 tras una larga etapa de siete años en el norte de Londres, donde se convirtió en un líder combativo para los Gunners. Desde entonces, ha desempeñado un papel vital en el sistema y fue una figura clave cuando el equipo alemán conquistó su primer título de la Bundesliga.

  • courted Xhaka
  • Midfielder set to turn down the Black Cats
  • Wants to continue with Leverkusen

La ex estrella del Arsenal, Granit Xhaka, se dispone a rechazar su regreso a la Premier League en medio de rumores sobre su salida del Bayer Leverkusen.La ex estrella del Arsenal, Granit Xhaka, se dispone a rechazar su regreso a la Premier League en medio de rumores sobre su salida del Bayer Leverkusen.La ex estrella del Arsenal, Granit Xhaka, se dispone a rechazar su regreso a la Premier League en medio de rumores sobre su salida del Bayer Leverkusen.

Saudi club Neom were previously linked with a big-money move for the Swiss star but ultimately pulled out of negotiations as they did not want to match Leverkusen’s demands of €15 million (£12.6m) and were prepared to pay €8m (£6.7m). Leverkusen were in no need to sell the player as he continues to be a vital cog in midfield and has three years left on his current deal.

Sunderland weren’t alone in their attempts to lure Xhaka away from the BayArena. Turkish powerhouse also registered their interest with a concrete offer. But much like the club, they too have seemingly come up short, with the player said to be focused on continuity and family stability over embarking on a new challenge abroad, as revealed by Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri.

One of the driving forces behind Xhaka’s likely decision to remain in Leverkusen is the club’s evolving vision under new manager Erik ten Hag. The former boss recently took the reins at the champions, and reportedly plans to build the core of his midfield around the experienced Swiss international, appreciating his leadership qualities and game management skills. Such a central role is difficult to walk away from, especially when combined with family considerations and the comfort of life in .

Though Sunderland had high hopes of pulling off a major coup with the acquisition of Xhaka, they now must look for alternatives. In fact, had also reached out to the midfielder but had to withdraw their interest, given Leverkusen’s high asking price.