Chelsea have received a clear message from Sunderland in their pursuit of Granit Xhaka, with the Premier League club refusing to negotiate over the Swiss midfielder’s future.
Despite Chelsea’s interest and an improved approach, Sunderland remain determined to keep their captain and have made it clear they have no intention of selling him this summer.
Xhaka remains a key part of Sunderland’s project, forcing Chelsea to consider alternative midfield targets if they fail to change the club’s stance.
