Boss Xhaka bereitet Leverkusens "Vize-Fluch" ein Ende
"Vizekusen" ist Vergangenheit - Bayer Leverkusen gewinnt Titel. Aus mehreren brillanten Transfers sticht Granit Xhaka heraus.
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Xhaka - 10 things to know with detail
Granit Xhaka is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for the Swiss national team and Premier League club Arsenal.
He was born on September 27, 1992, in Basel, Switzerland.
Xhaka began his youth career at FC Basel before moving to Germany to join Borussia Monchengladbach's youth academy in 2012.
He made his professional debut for Borussia Monchengladbach in 2012 and quickly established himself as a key player for the team.
Xhaka joined Arsenal in May 2016 for a reported fee of £35 million, making him the club's most expensive signing at the time.
He has been a regular starter for Arsenal since joining the club, known for his passing range, tackling ability, and leadership on the field.
Xhaka has also been a key player for the Swiss national team, representing his country at multiple international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.
In 2019, Xhaka was named the captain of Arsenal by then-manager Unai Emery, but he was later stripped of the captaincy due to an incident where he clashed with fans during a match.
Despite the controversy, Xhaka has remained a valuable player for Arsenal, earning praise for his performances and dedication to the team.
Off the field, Xhaka is known for his charitable work, including supporting various causes in Switzerland and his home country of Kosovo.