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Sam Hill

Granit Xhaka sets major Arsenal target ahead of World Cup amid Mikel Arteta verdict

Arsenal star Granit Xhaka has set himself and his teammates a major target ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar next month.

The Swiss midfielder has been reborn under Mikel Arteta this season and his performances for the Gunners have seen fans fall back in love with him. Xhaka continued to impressive by scoring the winning goal against PSV Eindhoven at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday, securing Arsenal's place in the Europa League knockout rounds.

The 30-year-old almost left the club when it seemed he had burnt all his bridges before Arteta intervened and convinced Xhaka to stay. That decision has proved to be crucial for both parties, with the Switzerland international proving to be a key player so far this season as Arsenal currently sit top of the Premier League, four points ahead of reigning champions Manchester City.

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