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Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka reveals plan to make move back to Basel before retiring

Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has revealed that he wants to finish his career at former club Basel.

The Switzerland international spent eight years at St Jakob-Park at the start of his career before earning a switch to German side Borussia Monchengladbach in 2012.

Consistent displays for club and country then saw Arsenal spend £35million on him in 2016, and despite becoming a key part of new manager Unai Emery's team, the 26-year-old has admitted that he already has eyes on the final chapter in his career.

Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka would like to finish his career at his former club, Basel
After a tough start, the Swiss international is now a key part of Unai Emery's Arsenal setup

GRANIT XHAKA'S CAREER SO FAR

Basel (2010-12)

Borussia Monchengladbach (2012-16)

Arsenal (2016- present)

Switzerland

Caps: 68

Goals: 10

Asked if he is hoping to play for Basel again, he told Basellandschaftliche Zeitung (via Sport Witness): 'Definitely!