Jurgen Klopp provides worrying injury update on Xherdan Shaqiri

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed that Xherdan Shaqiri has yet to overcome his persistent calf issues and he is unlikely to make a comeback in the near future. The Switzerland international has not featured for the club since January 11 and Klopp is unsure over a possible return date for the attacker.

Jack Butland focused on the proceedings at Stoke City

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that Xherdan Shaqiri could miss the next couple of matches for the Reds after picking up a minor hamstring problem. The Switzerland international has struggled to command a regular starting role under the guidance of Klopp over the past 12 months and he has unfortunately sustained a muscular injury when he was about to get a rare opportunity to do so in the Premier League.

Jack Butland focused on the proceedings at Stoke City

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that Xherdan Shaqiri could miss the next couple of matches for the Reds after picking up a minor hamstring problem. The Switzerland international has struggled to command a regular starting role under the guidance of Klopp over the past 12 months and he has unfortunately sustained a muscular injury when he was about to get a rare opportunity to do so in the Premier League.

Manchester City manager labels Chelsea as an ‘incredible team’

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has labelled Chelsea as an incredible team following the recent Premier League clash between the clubs. The Citizens found themselves trailing by a N’Golo Kante goal after 21 minutes on the clock but they managed to make a comeback and took a 2-1 advantage at the half-time break.
Following the interval, they were much more assured with their display and they managed to hold onto their lead for the entirety of the second half as the Blues failed to muster a single shot on target. After the game, Guardiola hailed the performance from the west London giants and was pleased that Frank Lampard adopted an attack-minded formation.

Xherdan Shaqiri says he has no problem with Jurgen Klopp

Switzerland international Xherdan Shaqiri has clarified that he has no concerns with Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp despite the fact that he has barely played for the Reds this term. The attacker experienced a tough second half to the previous season where he was regularly on the bench and the same trend has continued this term.

Granit Xhaka says Arsenal need three to four years to win the league

Arsenal
midfielder Granit Xhaka has said that the Gunners may require another three to
four years to reach the pedigree of Liverpool and start competing for the
Premier League title. The north London side have been on a decline over the
past few years and they have missed out on the Champions League and the top
four in the previous three seasons.

Xhaka dedicates Newcastle United win to Kolasinac and Ozil

Switzerland international Granit Xhaka has dedicated Arsenal’s win over Newcastle United to Mesut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac, who have recently been going through a difficult time. The duo missed out on the Gunners’ league opener due to further security investigations in relation to the car-jacking incident a couple of weeks ago.

Granit Xhaka insists Arsenal need leaders in different positions

Switzerland international Granit Xhaka has said that Arsenal need leaders in different positions rather than a single captain. The midfielder has been touted to become the new skipper with the anticipated departure of Laurent Koscielny but believes more than one player should take up the mantle of leading by example on the field.

Speaking to The Mirror, Xhaka said that manager Unai Emery has preferred to offer instructions to different players and last season, the likes of Koscielny, Aaron Ramsey, Mesut Ozil and Petr Cech were able to convey their thoughts when on the field of play. He added that the same trend should continue for the forthcoming campaign and the instructions don’t necessary have to come from the captain, he quipped: “You need more than five. All the teams have to be captains on the pitch. It’s not the guys who have the armband. Of course he looks good on the pitch because he has the armband but in the end we have to work and we have to speak all together on the pitch. It’s not only one player or two.”

Xhaka dedicates Newcastle United win to Kolasinac and Ozil

Switzerland international Granit Xhaka has dedicated Arsenal’s win over Newcastle United to Mesut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac, who have recently been going through a difficult time. The duo missed out on the Gunners’ league opener due to further security investigations in relation to the car-jacking incident a couple of weeks ago.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Xhaka acknowledged that it has not been an easy period for the duo as well as their families and the team wanted to win the game for them, he said: "We know the story about Sead and Mesut. It's not easy for them or their family. So we tried to do our best and to get the win for them."

Josip Drmic secures free transfer to newly-promoted Norwich City

Switzerland international Josip Drmic has joined Norwich City on a free transfer. The 26-year-old’s contract with Borussia Monchengladbach concluded at the end of the previous month and he has now taken the opportunity to test himself in the Premier League with the Canaries. Speaking to the club’s official website, he said:“Now everything is done, I’m very happy. I had very good conversations with Stuart Webber and with the Head Coach Daniel Farke.

“I was talking also to Timm Klose [teammate with Switzerland]. We had a long conversation as I had a lot of questions and he spoke very, very positively about the Club. “I’m very excited to be playing in the Premier League. I cannot wait because I’ve heard a lot of things from my colleagues in the national team who have played in the Premier League.”

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