Sunderland shuts down Xhaka to Chelsea transfer talk
Sunderland has rejected a bid from Chelsea for Granit Xhaka, with the club's boss, Le Bris, shutting down transfer rumors linking the midfielder to the London club.
What happened?
Sunderland turned down an £8 million bid from Chelsea for Xhaka, deeming it 'insulting'. The 33-year-old midfielder has reaffirmed his commitment to the club, stating that he wants to make the future of Sunderland.
Why it matters for Sunderland
Xhaka has been a key player for Sunderland, scoring once and providing six assists in his 34 league games last season. He is contracted to the club until 2028 and has been a vital part of the team's success.
What comes next?
Sunderland boss Le Bris has confirmed that Xhaka will not be joining up with his former manager, Xabi Alonso, at Chelsea. The club is expected to have a quiet summer, with Le Bris stating that they are working hard behind the scenes.
Sunderland is currently 7th in the Championship, with 54 points from 38 games. They have scored 42 goals and conceded 48, with a recent form of 3W-0D-2L. Their next fixture is against Leeds at home on July 30.
Le Bris has also stated that the club is looking at a different transfer window this year, with a focus on strengthening the squad rather than signing new players. Sunderland's recent 4-2 loss to Liverpool has been a setback, but the club remains confident in their ability to succeed in the Championship.
Recent form
Sunderland's recent form has been a mix of wins and losses, with a current record of 3W-0D-2L. They have lost their last two games, but are looking to bounce back against Leeds.
Next fixture
Sunderland's next fixture is against Leeds at home on July 30. The club will be looking to get back to winning ways after a disappointing loss to Liverpool.
