Granit Xhaka
Born: September 27, 1992 (age 31)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Hometown: Basel, Switzerland
Nationality: 
Swiss
SwissPosition: Midfielder
Team: Bayer Leverkusen (no. 10)
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Youth | 2002-2010 | Basel |
| Senior | 2010-2012 | Basel |
| 2012-2016 | Borussia Monchengladbach | |
| 2016-2023 | Arsenal | |
| 2023- | Bayer Leverkusen | |
| International | 2011- | Switzerland |
Sports Mole has 1,668 articles about Granit Xhaka. Articles 1 to 40:
Manchester United handed transfer boost in pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen duo
Bayer Leverkusen are expecting to sell one of their 'big' players this summer, amid Manchester United's interest in both Jeremie Frimpong and Edmond Tapsoba.
Apr 16, 17:53
Preview: West Ham United vs. Bayer Leverkusen - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between West Ham United and Bayer Leverkusen, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 16, 11:19
Bayer Leverkusen crowned Bundesliga champions with five-goal win over Werder Bremen
Bayer Leverkusen secure the Bundesliga title for the first time in their history courtesy of a 5-0 win over Werder Bremen on Sunday afternoon.
Apr 14, 18:20
Two late goals hand Bayer Leverkusen advantage over West Ham United in Europa League quarter-final
Jonas Hofmann and Victor Boniface net late goals for Bayer Leverkusen in first leg of their Europa League quarter-final clash with West Ham United.
Apr 11, 21:52
Viktor Gyokeres talks 'planned amid Chelsea, Arsenal interest'
The agent of Arsenal and Chelsea-linked striker Viktor Gyokeres reportedly prepares to discuss the in-demand Scandinavian's future with Sporting Lisbon.
Apr 6, 23:15
Preview: Union Berlin vs. Bayer Leverkusen - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Bundesliga clash between Union Berlin and Bayer Leverkusen, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 5, 00:01
Kai Havertz out to match Thierry Henry record in Manchester City clash
Kai Havertz is bidding to equal an Arsenal goalscoring record set by Thierry Henry when the Gunners face Manchester City in Sunday's Premier League showdown.
Mar 30, 14:14
Arsenal's Thomas Partey left out of Ghana squad at own request
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is omitted from the Ghana squad at his own request as he builds his fitness back up following a severe thigh injury.
Mar 18, 11:11
Preview: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Wolfsburg - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Bundesliga clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Wolfsburg, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 8, 16:45
Preview: Qarabag FK vs. Bayer Leverkusen - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Qarabag FK and Bayer Leverkusen, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 5, 16:39
Arsenal 'to hold talks over new Jorginho contract'
Arsenal reportedly plan to open talks with Jorginho over a new contract rather than triggering the 12-month extension in his existing deal.
Mar 1, 15:38
Liverpool 'draw up three-man shortlist of sporting directors'
Liverpool allegedly identify three potential candidates to take over as sporting director for the summer transfer market.
Feb 20, 17:47
Jurgen Klopp questions Arsenal decision to loan out Albert Sambi Lokonga
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits he was surprised to see Arsenal allow Albert Sambi Lokonga to join Luton Town on loan amid his impressive form for the Hatters.
Feb 20, 16:27
Arsenal 'preparing summer bid for Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins'
Arsenal are reportedly drawing up plans to make a summer bid for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, who could cost in excess of £85m.
Feb 19, 18:43
Arsenal 'looking to sell Kai Havertz this summer'
Arsenal reportedly plan to entertain summer bids for £65m arrival Kai Havertz, whom they have already lost patience with due to a string of poor displays.
Feb 13, 17:42
Mikel Arteta "really happy" with Jorginho amid contract uncertainty
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta insists that he is "really happy" with Jorginho's contributions as the midfielder runs down the final few months of his Gunners contract.
Feb 9, 22:30
Preview: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Bayern Munich - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Bundesliga clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 8, 18:43
Kai Havertz "very comfortable" at Arsenal after tricky start
Arsenal midfielder Kai Havertz reveals that he is "very comfortable" and "happy" in North London after initially struggling to adapt to life under Mikel Arteta.
Feb 8, 16:36
Jorginho confirms no talks over Arsenal contract renewal
Arsenal midfielder Jorginho confirms that no talks have taken place regarding his Gunners contract, which is due to expire at the end of the current campaign.
Feb 5, 16:34
Arsenal 'to sell Albert Sambi Lokonga permanently this summer'
Arsenal reportedly plan to sell Albert Sambi Lokonga on a permanent deal this summer, having lost patience with the Luton Town loanee.
Feb 3, 17:45
Arsenal 'hopeful of double injury boost ahead of FA Cup tie with Liverpool'
Arsenal reportedly expect to have both Thomas Partey and Takehiro Tomiyasu back from injury when they host Liverpool in the third round of the FA Cup on January 7.
Dec 24, 12:48
Jurgen Klopp bemoans lack of atmosphere in Liverpool win over West Ham United
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp bemoans a lack of atmosphere at Anfield during the Reds' 5-1 EFL Cup quarter-final crushing of West Ham United on Wednesday.
Dec 21, 07:44
Granit Xhaka: 'Arsenal showed me little respect in 2019, they wanted me out'
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka reveals that Arsenal tried to force him out of the club in 2019, but Mikel Arteta was the only person to show him "respect".
Dec 19, 13:13
Preview: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Eintracht Frankfurt - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Bundesliga clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Eintracht Frankfurt, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 15, 17:42
Exclusive: Gilberto Silva talks Arsenal, Declan Rice, mental health and more
Sports Mole speaks to former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva about the Gunners' title chances, their current midfield setup, mental health and more.
Dec 7, 09:00
Preview: Bayer Leverkusen vs. SC Paderborn - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's DFB-Pokal clash between Bayer Leverkusen and SC Paderborn, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 4, 21:53
Preview: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Borussia Dortmund - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Bundesliga clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 1, 11:44
Arsenal vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Arsenal and Wolves, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Nov 30, 08:03
Gilberto Silva: 'Arsenal are looking for new midfielders in January'
Arsenal Invincible Gilberto Silva claims that the Gunners will target a new midfielder in January amid links with Ruben Neves and Douglas Luiz.
Nov 20, 18:11
Juventus 'hold talks over deal for Arsenal's Thomas Partey'
Juventus reportedly hold talks with the entourage of Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of a possible January swoop for the Ghana international.
Nov 19, 15:38
Preview: Romania vs. Switzerland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Romania and Switzerland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 19, 13:54
Preview: Switzerland vs. Kosovo - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Switzerland and Kosovo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 16, 13:30
Preview: Israel vs. Switzerland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Israel and Switzerland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 13, 16:18
Juventus 'end Thomas Partey interest after thigh surgery'
Juventus reportedly cool their interest in Arsenal's Thomas Partey, who could be out for the remainder of 2023 after undergoing surgery on a thigh injury.
Nov 11, 23:35
Arsenal 'to entertain January bids for Thomas Partey'
Arsenal are reportedly open to January offers for injury-riddled midfielder Thomas Partey, who is attracting interest from Juventus and Saudi Arabia.
Nov 9, 16:13
Juventus to use Paul Pogba wages to fund Thomas Partey move?
Juventus reportedly plan to use the monies saved from slashing Paul Pogba's salary to fund a move for Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey in January or next summer.
Nov 1, 09:28
Thomas Partey 'increasingly frustrated by Arsenal role'
Thomas Partey is reportedly growing frustrated with his lack of recent starts at Arsenal and could seek an exit in January amid Juventus' interest in a loan deal.
Oct 27, 12:37
Liverpool 'move for Max Eberl as new sporting director'
Liverpool want to appoint Max Eberl as their new sporting director but face competition from Bayern Munich, according to a report.
Oct 15, 18:37
Arsenal 'join Manchester United, Barcelona in Arthur Vermeeren race'
Arsenal reportedly join the likes of Manchester United and Barcelona in the race to sign 18-year-old Royal Antwerp midfielder Arthur Vermeeren in 2024.
Oct 12, 12:38
Preview: Molde vs. Bayer Leverkusen - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Molde and Bayer Leverkusen, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 3, 10:30
