Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer has publicly shown his approval of the club’s reported interest in Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka by liking a post from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

Romano subsequently reposted content from Chelsea account Pys on X, which highlighted that Palmer had liked the original story linking the Blues with a move for the experienced Swiss international.

The transfer link has come as something of a surprise, but it signals what appears to be an exciting shift in Chelsea’s approach to the transfer market this summer.

Xhaka, who is 33 years old, would not represent a long-term addition to the squad, but his experience and leadership qualities are seen as exactly what Chelsea’s youthful group currently lacks.

Chelsea’s ownership appears to be recognising the value of balancing their strategy of signing elite young talent with bringing in experienced figures who can guide that development.

The Switzerland international notably worked under new Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso during their time together at Bayer Leverkusen, which likely makes this move an attractive proposition for both parties.

Xhaka is fondly remembered by many Arsenal supporters for the remarkable way he rebuilt his reputation at the club after some turbulent moments during his time in north London.

Should the move be completed, Xhaka will join a long and distinguished list of players to have represented both Arsenal and Chelsea throughout football history.

In recent years alone, Arsenal have signed Jorginho, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke, and Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea, while earlier moves also saw Petr Cech, David Luiz, and Willian cross the divide.

High-profile players such as Ashley Cole and William Gallas moved directly between the two London clubs, while Emmanuel Petit, Cesc Fabregas, and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang all represented Arsenal before later joining Chelsea, each passing through Barcelona along the way.

Palmer’s social media activity may be a small gesture, but it adds an intriguing layer to a transfer story that is already generating significant attention among supporters of both clubs.

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