Sport nationGranit Xhaka sends emotional Arsenal farewell message as Bayer Leverkusen transfer confirmed
Granit Xhaka has taken to social media to thank Arsenal fans for all their support after his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen was confirmed
Granit Xhaka has sent Arsenal fans an emotional goodbye message after his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen was confirmed.
Xhaka enjoyed an excellent 2022/23 campaign with the Gunners, netting seven goals and providing a further seven assists in the Premier League. But the Swiss international wanted a change of scenery, returning to the Bundesliga after seven years in north London.
Writing on Instagram, the 30-year-old said: “Gunners, it’s been some journey – and all that’s left is for me to say thank you. I’ve spent seven years at Arsenal.
“The club has become such an important part of my life – and it’s not easy to leave. But now is the right time for a new adventure.
“There are so many people I need to thank – the managers I played for, all my team-mates and the staff behind the scenes. And I especially want to thank all of you.
“Everyone knows we’ve been through some tough times. But we came through them together – and I’ll never ever forget the feeling I had each time we won the FA Cup or whenever I heard you singing my name.
“Pure goosebumps! I will always carry Arsenal in my heart. Once a Gunner, always a Gunner. Thank you.”
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During his time at the Emirates Stadium, Xhaka made 297 appearances, scoring 23 times and registering 29 assists – winning two FA Cups in the process.
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Granit Xhaka sends emotional Arsenal farewell message as Bayer Leverkusen transfer confirmed
Granit Xhaka has taken to social media to thank Arsenal fans for all their support after his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen was confirmed
Granit Xhaka has sent Arsenal fans an emotional goodbye message after his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen was confirmed.
Xhaka enjoyed an excellent 2022/23 campaign with the Gunners, netting seven goals and providing a further seven assists in the Premier League. But the Swiss international wanted a change of scenery, returning to the Bundesliga after seven years in north London.
Writing on Instagram, the 30-year-old said: “Gunners, it’s been some journey – and all that’s left is for me to say thank you. I’ve spent seven years at Arsenal.
“The club has become such an important part of my life – and it’s not easy to leave. But now is the right time for a new adventure.
“There are so many people I need to thank – the managers I played for, all my team-mates and the staff behind the scenes. And I especially want to thank all of you.
“Everyone knows we’ve been through some tough times. But we came through them together – and I’ll never ever forget the feeling I had each time we won the FA Cup or whenever I heard you singing my name.
“Pure goosebumps! I will always carry Arsenal in my heart. Once a Gunner, always a Gunner. Thank you.”
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Granit Xhaka
During his time at the Emirates Stadium, Xhaka made 297 appearances, scoring 23 times and registering 29 assists – winning two FA Cups in the process.
Which of the following rising stars would you promote or send out on loan? Swipe to have your say
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