Bayer Leverkusen star Granit Xhaka headed to Sunderland
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Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Sunderland and Bayer Leverkusen have reached an agreement for the transfer of Granit Xhaka.
The Morocco international has emerged as a priority target for the Black Cats following a significant injury to Romaine Mundle and the collapse of a deal for Armand Laurienté earlier this month. Sunderland are understood to be rivaling Wolves for Adli’s signature, with Leverkusen willing to sell for around £23million.
TBR Football understands Granit Xhaka will become the highest-paid player in Sunderland’s history. Xhaka has agreed a three-year deal at the Stadium of Light and will not take a wage drop from his Bayer Leverkusen deal.
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