In a significant transfer development, Granit Xhaka has officially joined Bayer Leverkusen, bidding farewell to his former club Arsenal. The agreement between the two clubs, which was reached in May, has now been finalized, marking a new chapter in Xhaka’s career. The Swiss midfielder’s move to the Bundesliga comes on the heels of Declan Rice’s transfer to the london team , opening the door for Xhaka’s departure. As part of the deal, Arsenal will receive a fee of €25 million for the player’s services.
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Granit Xhaka’s Move to Bayer Leverkusen
In July 2023, after seven eventful years at the PL, Granit sealed his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen. The German side secured Granit’s services for a fee of €25 million (£21.4 million), adding depth and experience to their midfield. Granit’s technical prowess and leadership qualities make him a valuable asset for Bayer Leverkusen as they aim to compete at the highest level in both domestic and European competitions.
Xhaka’s Journey: From Basel to Arsenal
Granit’s football journey began at his hometown club, Basel, where he enjoyed early success by clinching the Swiss Super League title in his first two seasons. In 2012, he made a move to Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga, where he garnered a reputation for his technical abilities and natural leadership qualities. Granit’s time at Borussia Mönchengladbach saw the team qualify for the UEFA Champions League in consecutive seasons under his captaincy.
Arsenal Transfer and Captains Xhaka’s Role
The year 2016 witnessed Granit Xhaka’s high-profile transfer to Arsenal, with the London club paying a substantial fee in the region of £30 million for his services. Xhaka’s arrival was accompanied by the responsibility of captaining the team, a role he assumed shortly after joining. However, due to a controversial incident following a substitution, Xhaka was stripped of the captaincy less than six weeks later. Despite this setback, he continued to contribute as a key member of the squad and eventually earned the vice-captaincy.