Granit Xhaka appears poised to finalize a transfer to Chelsea. Reports emerged on Saturday indicating that the London-based club had submitted an offer totaling thirty million euros to secure the services of the experienced midfielder. Further details suggest the 33-year-old Swiss international has already reached a personal agreement with the Blues.
Exclusive information reveals that Granit Xhaka and Chelsea have successfully established a verbal agreement regarding his impending transfer. All personal terms and conditions are understood to have been fully settled between the player and the club.
Chelsea is also actively engaged in discussions with Sunderland, Xhaka’s current club. Notably, Xabi Alonso is reportedly making significant efforts to bring Xhaka to Stamford Bridge. The two share a history, having played together at Bayer Leverkusen between 2023 and 2025.
Having started his professional journey at FC Basel, Xhaka’s career has seen him represent prominent clubs such as Borussia Mönchengladbach, Arsenal, and Leverkusen. He joined Sunderland a year ago in a move valued at fifteen million euros.
During his tenure with Sunderland, who concluded the last Premier League season impressively in seventh place, the Swiss midfielder participated in 36 official matches. He contributed one goal and provided six assists, showcasing his influence on the pitch.
Xhaka remains under contract with Sunderland until mid-2028. His current market valuation is estimated at eight million euros.
A formidable left-footed player, Xhaka boasts an impressive 149 international caps. He currently captains Switzerland at the ongoing World Cup, having played every minute of their group stage fixtures. Switzerland topped Group B and is preparing to face a third-placed team in the next round.