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Granit Xhaka is a holding playmaker at Sunderland, rated 85 overall in FC 26, CDM. By the standards of the role, that's top-tier. At 32 they're a present-day asset: proven level and leadership for the dressing room. Above all they stand out for their aggression (90).
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
Their place is in front of the defence as CDM. Anchor them in front of the centre-backs to screen space, break up play and make the first pass. They're the team's balance. They can also play CM. The game also rewards them with their PlayStyle+ in Long Ball Pass and roles like Deep-Lying playmaker and Playmaker, which reinforce that profile.
Their best assets are aggression (90), short passing (89) and stamina (84). That phenomenal aggression is their signature. And their PlayStyle+ (Long Ball Pass) push that ceiling even higher.
For their role there's no weakness of note; a very well-rounded player.
Their market price sits around 42,5 M€, with 124 K€ in wages. At their age their value only drops: negotiate and don't tie a long contract.
Their best position is CDM, though they can also play CM.
They're already at their ceiling (85): at their age the rating won't rise.
Their market value is around 42,5 M€, with 124 K€ wages.
Their reading of the game is 77 — competent for their position.
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