The Mirror’s John Cross reports that Granit Xhaka has drawn attention from Bayer Lerkusen ahead of next summer. The club has an option for another season on the Swiss international’s contract. The Bundesliga powerhouses will try to persuade Arsenal and the player to make the switch.
Granit Xhaka has excelled in his clearly defined position for Arsenal this season. This season, Mikel Arteta has apparently graduated from playing a double pivot in midfield to instead using a formation with two eights. The 30-year-old’s contributions to this system have been crucial, particularly his work on the left side.
The 30-year-old has surprised many by thriving in recent years, contributing to several goals and assists. He has had a hand in 14 goals thus far (with 7 goals and 7 assists). In reality, Arsenal have had trouble competing on occasion when the Swiss master is not on the pitch.
With Fabio Vieira and even Emile Smith Rowe in the mix, the Gunners will have no shortage of quality options in the middle of the pitch
Arsenal’s summer intentions may give a clue that Xhaka’s position has been threatened, despite the lack of any concrete evidence to that effect. In the offseason, the Gunners allegedly sought to acquire Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo. It demonstrates their goal of greatly bolstering the team’s midfield.
In other news Inter Milan Has Come Up With An Offer For The €68 Million Rated Tottenham Player – Check Out The Details
The competition for Xhaka’s spot will be fierce if these two show up. With Fabio Vieira and even Emile Smith Rowe in the mix, Arsenal will have no shortage of quality options in the middle of the pitch. The 30-year-old has maintained his spot on the team despite stiff competition for playing time this season.
Bayer Leverkusen is eyeing a move for the 30-year-old this summer, should the chance arise. Xabi Alonso, a longtime friend of Arteta’s, is eager to have the Swiss talisman on his team for the next season.
In other news Manchester United Has Come Up With A €120 Million Offer For A Star Signing In 2023
If Arsenal would let them, Bayer Leverkusen would want to bring Granit Xhaka, now 30 years old, back to Germany
One may make the connection between Arsenal and Moussa Diaby’s possible summer transfer and the Gunners’ interest in him. However, there are major concerns about Xhaka leaving Arsenal at the pinnacle of his career.
There have been discussions about a new deal. Xhaka still wants to play for Arsenal. The Gunners have the option of extending his current contract by one more year, until 2025. They may potentially collect a fair transfer price next summer.
In other news Chelsea And Liverpool Lock Horns To Sign The €35 Million Rated Midfielder In 2023
Xhaka has been a tremendous asset to this squad. He is largely responsible for their return to the Champions League after a lengthy absence. As a result, the 30-year-old’s departure to the Bundesliga giants, who may continue participating in the Europa League, makes little sense.
