Former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka is on the brink of a move to Sunderland after the Black Cats agreed a fee with Bayer Leverkusen on Monday. If he does sign, he will provide the one thing the Black Cats sorely lack: Premier League experience.

Sunderland have completed the signing of Granit Xhaka, and have offered the Swiss the captain's armband - a move that could benefit Everton or West Ham.

GRANIT XHAKA has agreed a shock deal to join Sunderland. Surprise talks for the Bayer Leverkusen ace to join the Black Cats began earlier this month. Xhaka was immediately keen on a move to the

The probable arrival of Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka is a "huge signing" and "fantastic news" for Sunderland, believes former striker Marco Gabbiadini. The Black Cats have agreed a £13m deal to sign the 32-year-old from Bayer Leverkusen, with a potential £4m in add-ons.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Sunderland and Bayer Leverkusen have reached an agreement for the transfer of Granit Xhaka.

What Granit Xhaka will bring to Sunderland and his key strengths explained. Very obviously, Xhaka brings vast experience both in terms of playing in the Premier League and competi