Granit Xhaka 'agrees deal to leave Arsenal'

Midfielder Granit Xhaka is reportedly on the brink of leaving Arsenal for Hertha Berlin during the January transfer window.

After reacting angrily to supporters who cheered his substitution against Crystal Palace in October, Xhaka has been frequently linked with an exit from the Emirates Stadium.

At a time when the Switzerland international has regained his place in the squad, teams from England, Italy and Germany have been credited with an interest.

However, according to Football Transfers, the 27-year-old has already agreed terms over a switch to Berlin at the start of 2020.

While the report suggests that terms have not been agreed with Arsenal, it is suggested that the Bundesliga outfit have put forward a bid.

Much could depend on how Xhaka performs in Mikel Arteta's opening two Premier League games - against Bournemouth and Chelsea respectively - over the Christmas period.