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@ThePowerOfGeek what are your thoughts on whether Xhaka leaves this transfer window? What seemed like a done deal maybe not so much anymore? #Xhaka
I thought it was always dependent on us signing Rice, which hasn't happened.... yet!
I think he's basically gone. And it's good timing. He's reaching the point where he will start declining in the fast-paced, physical PL. And he's had a fantastic redemption arc, so he's going out on a high. Not to mention, Arteta's tactics will probably be evolving, and Xhaka isn't the most adaptable player. It's a good time for both him and the club to part ways. Best of luck to him in Germany.
Interestingly, I read something today saying that Timber might be used in midfield (presumably as a DM) , and not exclusively in defence. I don't know a ton about the lad. But if he's a typical Arteta long-term signing he's very good with his feet and positionally flexible (e.g. Saliba, White, Zinchenko). So I suppose it's not that ridiculous in theory.