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Chelsea given final Granit Xhaka transfer ultimatum as Xabi Alonso plots £64m back-up plan

football.london · 15dShare

The Sunderland boss has crushed any remaining hope Chelsea had of signing Granit Xhaka, ruling out the possibility of a transfer this summer

First report: 'Topic is closed': Chelsea learn final transfer decision after bid for ex-Arsenal star — standard.co.uk, 16d