Granit Xhaka has confirmed he’ll stay on the membership this summer season and has his sights set on making historical past at Sunderland.
Xhaka joined Sunderland from Bayer Leverkusen final yr and performed a task in serving to the Black Cats return to the Premier League.
Not solely did Sunderland shortly discover security, however a late season cost noticed them qualify for the Europa League in seventh place.
Xhaka performed 34 league video games for Sunderland carrying the captain’s armband, scoring one aim and offering six assists, creating 34 possibilities and making a team-high 363 passes into the ultimate third.
Chelsea wished to signal Xhaka final month and the Swiss worldwide was reportedly eager to re-sign Xabi Alonso, however Sunderland rejected the Blues’ provide.
Xhaka has now reiterated his dedication to Sunderland, telling DAZN: “Sunderland has been my house since day one.
“We’re all very completely satisfied. I’ve determined to remain the place I’m. A very powerful factor is my household. I’m able to make historical past with them.”
Xhaka beforehand denied hypothesis that he wished to maneuver to Chelsea.
The 33-year-old performed the complete sport and scored the spot kick as Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw on Tuesday, sealing their place within the World Cup quarter-finals.
