Sunderlandgranite xhaka has closed the door chelseaAfter refusing to leave his current club.
The Switzerland international moved to the Stadium of Light from Bayer Leverkusen in July 2025.
Chelsea's new manager Xabi Alonso had managed the midfielder at the Bundesliga side and was keen to reunite with him at Stamford Bridge.
Last week, former Switzerland forward Giorgio Contini expressed his irritation Chelsea claims their World Cup campaign is getting more coverage.
The national team has made it to the quarter-finals by defeating Colombia on Tuesday.
Sunderland star reacts to Chelsea link
Five days ago, Khel Sakshi broadcast news That the 33-year-old has closed the door on Chelsea.
After yesterday's match, DAZN Spoke to Granit Xhaka to discuss Switzerland's latest win and the Chelsea relationship. While responding to the latter, he committed his future to Sunderland.
"Sunderland has been my home since day one. We are all very happy. I have decided to stay where I am; the most important thing is family. I am looking forward to making history with them." He said.
This should eliminate any possibility of the Arsenal man leaving the Black Cats.
Regis Le Bris's team finished seventh last season and qualified for the Europa League. The blues, on the other hand, did not reach Europe.
Black Cats players excited about WC run
Granit Xhaka's Switzerland face Argentina in the quarter-finals this weekend.
The match between his national team and Colombia ended in a goalless draw after 120 minutes and Colombia won via penalty shootout.
On his latest win, Xhaka explained: "It's unbelievable. We know what the World Cup represents. We created opportunities for ourselves. Many teams have lost on penalties. Today is a special day for all of us.
"I still can't believe what's happening. The more time goes by, the better I get. I've gained a lot of experience from my teammates, my coaches, and the support of my family and friends. It all makes me happy."
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- Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 7 July 2026
