'Situation worse' – Sunderland player likely to withdraw from NT squad, MRI scan today

Xhaka suffered a calf injury in Sunday's win over Chelsea and will likely withdraw from Switzerland's November Nations League fixtures; MRI scan scheduled for Monday.

Granit Xhaka picked up a calf injury during Sunderland's 1-0 Premier League win over Chelsea at the Stadium of Light on Sunday. The midfielder felt something during the warm-up but played on, only to leave the pitch after four minutes. Manager Régis Le Bris confirmed the calf injury but was uncertain of its severity immediately after the match.

Xhaka was included in Switzerland's squad for UEFA Nations League matches against Slovenia and Scotland later this month, but his involvement is now highly unlikely. The 34-year-old will undergo an MRI scan on Monday to determine the extent of the damage. Reports suggest the outlook is pessimistic, with slim chances of a quick recovery given the injury's nature.

The international break will give Xhaka time to focus on rehabilitation. Sunderland face Aston Villa at Villa Park on November 21st after the break, and the MRI results should clarify his timeline for returning to action.