Revealed: Why Granit Xhaka has turned his back on Chelsea to stay with Sunderland

Daily Mail Friday 3rd July 2026, 4:17PM 1 min read 6 hours ago

SIMON JONES: Though he was attracted by the prospect of reuniting with Xabi Alonso, having worked under him at Bayer Leverkusen, Xhaka has reaffirmed his commitment to Sunderland.

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