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Granit Xhaka’s metronomic momentum – club and country – hasn’t gone unnoticed

Granit Xhaka of Switzerland controls the ball during the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy at Olympiastadion on June 29,...

Granit Xhaka repaired his reputation in north London before departing for £21.6m last summer, joining Xabi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen project – quickly establishing himself as an indispensable player spreading his wings further since returning to Bundesliga play. He’s carried that form on the international stage at the Euros, where the 31-year-old faces some familiar faces Saturday.  Continue reading “Granit Xhaka’s metronomic momentum – club and country – hasn’t gone unnoticed”