Granit Xhaka

Granit Xhaka is a Swiss midfielder currently with Bayer Leverkusen, where his game is defined by tempo control, ball carrying, and the ability to connect both penalty areas. Xhaka left Arsenal for Bayer Leverkusen and became a leader in their unbeaten domestic double, while remaining Switzerland's midfield heartbeat. For Switzerland, he has become part of a seasoned tournament side that trusts structure and midfield maturity and is asked to give the national team control between the boxes when tournament margins tighten. At World Cup 2026, the key question is whether Granit Xhaka can carry his club rhythm into the international stage, handle the physical tempo of the group, and deliver one or two decisive moments that change the shape of Switzerland's campaign.