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Granit Xhaka Will Defy His Critics as the New Arsenal Captain

If were you asked which Premier League player gets more abuse than anyone else, Granit Xhaka would probably be the first name that would come to mind. The Swiss midfielder has been at Arsenal since 2016, and as he enters his fourth season in north London, it seems he is now getting more criticism than ever.

Xhaka’s performances seem to divide Arsenal fans more than any other player, with some supporting and encouraging him while others hounding him at every opportunity. Whether it be mistakes such as the penalty conceded in this month’s north London derby, or a series of fouls throughout a game, Xhaka tends to invite criticism.