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Chelsea secures personal terms with midfielder Granit Xhaka

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Chelsea secures personal terms with midfielder Granit Xhaka

Summary

Chelsea has agreed on personal terms with Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka as part of their squad reshaping efforts ahead of the upcoming season. Negotiations progressed quickly, with Xhaka accepting Chelsea's proposed contract. The club has reached out to Sunderland for a formal transfer agreement. The move is driven by Chelsea's new head coach Xabi Alonso, who previously worked with Xhaka at Bayer Leverkusen. Xhaka, recognized as Sunderland's standout player last season, is currently participating in the World Cup, where his team has advanced to the round of 16.

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By the Numbers

•Chelsea has reached an agreement with Granit Xhaka on personal terms.
•Xhaka impressed at Sunderland after a £17 million move from Germany.
•Xabi Alonso aims to bring Xhaka to Chelsea for the upcoming season.
•Xhaka currently on international duty at the World Cup.
•Negotiations for a club-to-club agreement with Sunderland are ongoing.

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Chelsea have reached a full agreement on personal terms with Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka as they continue to reshape their squad. Negotiations with Xhaka’s representatives moved at an incredi...
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