Arsenal star Granit Xhaka is in advanced talks to sign for Bayer Leverkusen in the summer transfer window, football.london understands
The 30-year-old Swiss international had recently been linked with a surprising summer exit given the Gunners' lack of depth in midfield. German outfit Bayer Leverkusen were the main club linked to signing Xhaka with manager Xabi Alonso very keen on the move.
A transfer to Leverkusen is now on the verge of being completed which would see Xhaka sign for a €15million (£13million) deal and sign a contract until 2027.