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.

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.

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.

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