Arsenal legend makes bold Granit Xhaka claim

Kevin Campbell would be happy to see Granit Xhaka leave Emirates this summer.

The 28-year old midfielder is on his way to Roma in the summer and the deal could be finalised as early as Friday according to various sources.

The Swiss international is wanted by Jose Mourinho and would spend £15million for his services but the Gunners want £20million for the midfielder.

He has two years left on his contract and former Gunners forward Kevin Campbell believes Xhaka has hardly made an impact at the Emirates in the last few years.

Campbell told Football Insider: “I think the team needs a different identity.

“How much influence does Xhaka have on that dressing room?

“Let’s be honest, he is not the greatest player. People look up to him in the dressing room and I’m not sure why. Is it because of his leadership or it is just because he is one of the most senior players?

“He has not achieved much in his five years a the club. A player that has not been a standout but wields a lot of power.

“I think this is a good thing that he is moving on, I really do. There needs to be a shift in the dressing room. Arteta needs better players in that midfield.”

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