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Xhaka gunning for success
- Updated: September 30, 2016
Granit Xhaka hopes the continuation of his blistering start to life at Arsenal can yield silverware in his debut Premier League season.
The Switzerland international has already endeared himself to Gunners supporters with a series of robust midfield performances following his £34m summer switch from Borussia Monchengladbach.
Two spectacular long-range strikes against Hull and Nottingham Forest have also helped the 24-year-old slot seamlessly into life at the Emirates Stadium, as well as helping Arsenal to an eight-game unbeaten run since their opening-day defeat to Liverpool.
Yet, in an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, Xhaka refused to get carried away by his or Arsenal’s impressive recent form, choosing instead to focus on the club’s long-term aspirations.
“I’m happy that I’ve scored those two goals – don’t expect me to give that every week – but what’s most important is that the team play and perform well and that we reach our objectives,” he said.
“We obviously …
