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Granit Xhaka remains at Sunderland while Eliezer Mayenda set to leave

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 5:25 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Granit Xhaka remains at Sunderland while Eliezer Mayenda set to leave
Summary

Granit Xhaka will stay at Sunderland following speculation about a move to Chelsea. Sources confirm that Xhaka, the club captain, has opted to remain with the team. Concurrently, forward Eliezer Mayenda is reportedly headed for a transfer to Rennes, indicating potential changes to the club's roster this summer. The podcast discusses what these developments mean for Sunderland and its fans, as well as recent public reactions to the news.

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By the Numbers
  • •Granit Xhaka confirmed to stay at Sunderland after Chelsea interest
  • •Eliezer Mayenda is set to transfer to Rennes
  • •Podcast covers reactions and implications of these announcements
  • •Xhaka's retention bolsters Sunderland's squad heading into the season
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  • 5:25 PMYahoo Sports — Haway The Podcast | REACTION | Granit Xhaka To STAY At Sunderland – But Mayenda Set To Leave
What they're saying
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Granit Xhaka is staying after all, but it looks like Eliezer Mayenda is away… so join the Lads as they react to the news!

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