Granit Xhaka poised for Arsenal exit with Leverkusen close to €15m deal

The midfielder is close to agreeing four-year contract with German club

FOND FAREWELL: Granit Xhaka has faced fierce criticism from Arsenal fans at times during his stay but intends to depart on a positive note. 

Granit Xhaka is poised to leave Arsenal at the end of the season and Bayer Leverkusen are in advanced talks to sign the midfielder for €15m (£13m).

The 30-year-old’s contract expires in June 2024 and there are no negotiations over an extension, with a parting of ways planned seven years after Xhaka joined from another German club, Borussia Mönchengladbach.