Xhaka leaves Arsenal as £21.5m Bayer Leverkusen transfer confirmed
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rsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has accomplished his £21.5million to Bayer Leverkusen.
The midfielder has signed a contract till 2028 with the German membership and it brings an finish to his seven-year keep in north London.
Xhaka had one 12 months left on his Arsenal contract and the membership view promoting him for such a payment, when he turns 31 in September, pretty much as good enterprise.
The departure of the Switzerland captain may also create house in Arsenal’s wage invoice.
“I know the league inside out and I watched it when I was in London,” stated Xhaka. “Bayer 04 is a club with an impressive history and ambitious targets. Above all, I see it as a club with a great future.
“Discussions with the management have been incredibly motivating. Everybody here is ambitious and wants to achieve something – I’m very much looking forward to the next few years.”
Xhaka was a outstanding determine at Arsenal and he was a part of the membership’s management group final season. He loved considered one of his greatest campaigns ever by scoring 9 targets in all competitions.
The 30-year-old endured some turbulent instances throughout his seven years at Arsenal, most notably in 2019.
Xhaka was booed off by supporters at Emirates Stadium and reacted angrily by shouting again at them. He was stripped of the captaincy by the then supervisor Unai Emery and solely stayed as a result of Arteta persuaded to when he was employed.
“We are saying goodbye to a fantastic player and person loved by all of us,” stated Arteta. “It has been an incredible journey together for him and he has given absolutely everything for this club. The influence Granit has had on his team mates on the pitch and colleagues at the club, will tell you just how popular he is.
“We cannot thank Granit enough for his service and contribution to this club over the years. We wish Granit and his family all the best in the next step of their lives.”
Sporting director Edu added: “Granit has been a big part of our club for a long time.
“He has given us great commitment and quality over the years, playing such an important role in our progression and success. He leaves us with our huge respect and thanks. We wish Granit all the best for the future.”