“The Emirates is my home, and I could never abandon it like some other players have. If the club wants me back, I’m open to returning. However, I refuse to play alongside a certain Arsenal player who has betrayed me,” Granit Xhaka sets his conditions for a possible return to Arsenal this summer.

BREAKING: Granit Xhaka Sets Conditions for Arsenal Return Amid Betrayal Claims

Former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has sent shockwaves through the football world after making a bold statement regarding a potential return to the Emirates Stadium. The Swiss international, who left the Gunners in the summer of 2023 for Bayer Leverkusen, has now expressed his willingness to come back—but with a major condition.

Speaking to reporters, Xhaka made it clear that while he has deep affection for Arsenal and their fans, there is one player he refuses to share the pitch with again.

“Emirates is where I grew up, and there’s no way I will turn my back on them like other players did. If they want me back, fine. I’ll return, but I don’t want to play with this particular Arsenal player anymore because he has betrayed me,” Xhaka reportedly said.

His statement has left fans buzzing with speculation, wondering which Arsenal player Xhaka is referring to and what might have led to such a strong reaction. During his time at the club, Xhaka was a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s squad, helping transform Arsenal into a title-contending team. Despite a rocky start to his Arsenal career, including a fallout with fans in 2019, he later became a leader on and off the pitch before making his move to the Bundesliga.

Since joining Bayer Leverkusen, Xhaka has been instrumental in Xabi Alonso’s side, contributing significantly to their impressive run in the Bundesliga and European competitions. However, his latest comments suggest he may be open to a return to Arsenal—if the club agrees to his demand.

Who Is the “Betrayer”?

Xhaka’s claim of betrayal has left Arsenal supporters and pundits guessing. Some believe it could be a former teammate who might have played a role in his departure, while others think it could be someone still at the club, possibly due to internal conflicts.

Arsenal Fans React

Following Xhaka’s statement, Arsenal fans have taken to social media, with many calling for the club to bring him back. “We want you back, big player!” one fan wrote, while others speculated about the mystery player involved.

With the summer transfer window approaching, it remains to be seen whether Arsenal will make a move to re-sign Xhaka—and if they will meet his conditions.