| Club | Sunderland AFC |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Squad number | 34 |
| Age | 33 (born Sun, 27 Sept 1992) |
| Nationality | Switzerland |
| Height | 183 cm |
2026/2027 season
| Stat | Total |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 2 |
| Minutes played | 180 |
Data: SportMonks · updated 4 Sept 2026
Granit Xhaka at Sunderland AFC
Sunderland secured Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen for approximately £17m. He immediately became a central figure in the midfield setup under the current management. Chelsea expressed concrete interest in the Swiss international last summer, yet he remained at the Stadium of Light. Crucially, his presence provides stability alongside partners like Noah Sadiki and Enzo Le Fee.
Career Before Sunderland AFC
Xhaka developed his professional career across several elite European leagues. He spent significant time in the Bundesliga before his move to Wearside. Moreover, he established himself as a consistent performer at the highest level of club football. You can find further historical details on his Wikipedia entry.
Career History Overview
| Club | Nationality | Position | Squad Number |
| Bayer Leverkusen | Switzerland | Midfielder | 34 |
| Arsenal | Switzerland | Midfielder | 34 |
| Borussia Monchengladbach | Switzerland | Midfielder | 34 |
| FC Basel | Switzerland | Midfielder | 34 |
Major Honours Won
Throughout his career, the midfielder has lifted multiple domestic trophies. His experience continues to benefit the squad as Sunderland competes in a demanding league campaign. Indeed, his arrival reflects the club’s ambition to strengthen the spine of the team.
