Xhaka injury latest as Sunderland midfielder withdraws from Switzerland squad

Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka has withdrawn from the Switzerland squad for their upcoming Nations League fixtures after suffering a calf injury.

The 34-year-old picked up the problem during the warm-up ahead of Sunderland’s 1-0 win over Chelsea on Sunday but still started the game.

Xhaka lasted just a few minutes before being forced off, with Sunderland boss Régis Le Bris later confirming the midfielder had suffered a calf problem.

Switzerland have now confirmed their captain will miss their two upcoming Nations League matches as a result of the injury.