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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Damian Spellman

Former Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka close to Sunderland move

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Granit Xhaka is closing in on a move to Premier League newcomers Sunderland.

It is understood the Black Cats have agreed personal terms with the 32-year-old former Arsenal skipper and are attempting to thrash out a fee with the Bundesliga club, now managed by Erik ten Hag.

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