Granit Xhaka compares Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris to Arsene Wenger
Ahead of the match against Arsenal, Granit Xhaka praised Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris, calling him the 'small Arsene Wenger' for his tactical acumen and calm leadership.
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Former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has heaped praise on Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris. Ahead of a highly anticipated reunion with his former club, the Swiss international highlighted the tactical brilliance and leadership style of the Frenchman.
Having played under managers such as Arsene Wenger, Unai Emery, Mikel Arteta, and Xabi Alonso throughout his career, Xhaka is well-qualified to assess coaching quality. He revealed that he sees striking similarities between his current boss and his former North London manager. "I call him like the small Arsene Wenger," Xhaka told TNT Sports.
I call him like the small Arsene Wenger. As a human being, he's top. He's very calm, he's not a guy who screams, he has all the solutions and tactically, he's amazing. Granit Xhaka
Xhaka noted that Le Bris’ meticulous attention to detail has been a catalyst for player improvement at the club over the last 16 months. Since joining from Bayer Leverkusen, Xhaka has become a vital leader for the squad, helping the team reach a seventh-place finish and secure Europa League football.
The upcoming match against the Gunners serves as a significant test for the squad. Facing Mikel Arteta's in-form side will require the full extent of the preparation Le Bris is known for, with Xhaka emphasizing the team's resilience as they head into the fixture.