Granit Xhaka is once again being linked with Juventus – a name that supporters and insiders have already heard before. The Swiss midfielder, now at Sunderland, continues to impress in English football and could represent a serious option for the Bianconeri in their January transfer plans.
Far from being a “new target,” Xhaka was already connected to Juventus during the summer. However, with Luciano Spalletti keen to add a deep-lying playmaker to his midfield, the former Arsenal man stands out as a player with precisely the right profile. At 33, he combines experience, tactical intelligence, and an outstanding work ethic.
Sunderland’s Midfield General
IlBianconero report how. since joining Sunderland, Xhaka has become a central figure in one of the Premier League’s surprise packages this season. Under his influence, the Black Cats currently sit fourth in the table, and his leadership has been instrumental in their unexpected rise.
He has featured from the start in all eleven league fixtures so far, accumulating 990 minutes, scoring once and providing three assists. His consistent performances in England mirror his reliability from his time at Bayer Leverkusen last season, where he made 49 appearances across all competitions, contributing two goals and seven assists.
Extraordinary Fitness and Durability
One of the most remarkable aspects of Xhaka’s career in recent years has been his superb physical condition. His last significant injury dates back to the 2021–22 campaign, when a medial collateral ligament problem kept him out for more than two months. Since then, the Swiss international has maintained an outstanding level of fitness and availability, rarely missing a match for either club or country.
Contract and Potential Cost
Xhaka remains under contract with Sunderland until 30 June 2028, meaning any deal would not come cheap. The club reportedly value him well above the €12 million currently listed as his market price. Considering Sunderland paid €15 million to Leverkusen for his signature, a higher offer would likely be required to persuade them to sell in January.
Even so, Juventus are said to be monitoring developments closely. For Spalletti’s side, Xhaka could yet prove a worthwhile and timely opportunity – the kind of experienced midfield anchor capable of bringing balance and control to the heart of their play.
