Granit Xhaka arrived Sunderland from Bayer Leverkusen in July 2025 and Regis Le Bris has been an important part of the team.
The manager immediately handed the armband to the 33-year-old and he has been leading the Black Cats this season.
His impressive performances for Sunderland led to Juventus showing interest in the midfielder. Last November, Sports Witness Covered claims from Italy The Serie A side are contacting their squad.
Juve immediately realized that the Switzerland international was unlikely to leave his role at the Stadium of Light, and he moved on.
The former Arsenal player also has an important role in the national team. Since his debut in 2011, he has played 144 matches for his country.
Sunderland player's international future
Switzerland manager Murat Yakin talks about Sunderland star Granit Xhaka's future after the World Cup.
blue victory Chatted with the national team manager to discuss what the midfielder plans to do after the summer FIFA tournament.
When asked if the World Cup would be Xhaka's 'last dance' with Switzerland, he said: "No, not at all. I can't imagine it." As long as his health is like this, he will keep playing for as long as possible.”
"I also know that he will move on after the World Cup. I am happy about that. He always has to stay fit and be at his peak physically."
Last month, the player missed the friendly draw against Norway due to injury. At that time, yakin Told about fitness related issues With the Black Cats Man.
This appears to have been resolved considering Xhaka played the full 90 minutes in Sunderland's 1-0 league win over Tottenham Hotspur last weekend.
Contracts, prices and statistics
Granit Xhaka signed a contract with Sunderland until 2028 and although he has impressed on the pitch, as for his value, transfer marketHas been cancelled. It was €12m when he joined and has now been reduced to €10m.
Xhaka has played 2,488 minutes in 30 matches for Sunderland so far, scoring one goal and five assists.
His Premier League statistics are as follows:
- Appearances: 28
- Start: 26
- Total minutes: 2,363
- Minutes per game: 84
