Rooney names the signing of the season

Rooney believes Xhaka is the "signing of the season".

At the age of 33, Xhaka returned to the Premier League, not in the shirt of a giant, but as a rookie at Sunderland. But it is this seemingly humble place that is helping Xhaka shine brightly.

Sunderland are fourth after 11 games, with 19 points, and Xhaka has been at the heart of that journey. He played every minute, scored once, and assisted three. More importantly, Xhaka leads the team in almost every stat: successful passes, chances created, duels won, ball recoveries and distance covered. At £13 million, Sunderland couldn’t have got a better deal for the value he brings.

Former MU striker Wayne Rooney said bluntly: “He is probably the signing of the season.” A worthy compliment for a player who was once considered a “sinner” at Arsenal. In 2019, Xhaka was stripped of the captaincy for his reaction to fans. But he returned, played well under Mikel Arteta, then moved to Leverkusen to help the club win the Bundesliga for the first time.

Now at Sunderland, Xhaka is the leader. In the youthful squad of coach Régis Le Bris, he is like a father figure, maintaining the rhythm and spirit of the team. No longer a controversial figure, Xhaka has become an example of determination, courage and professional pride.

When Rooney called him “the signing of the season”, it was not just a compliment. It was recognition of a player who had been through the storm, and now lives by the most mature, simple and trustworthy brand of football.

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