Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has made clear how impressed he's been with Granit Xhaka this season.

The Switzerland midfielder is being linked with Bayer Leverkusen.

But Arteta said today: "I will not respond to certain rumours about Xhaka. I am extremely happy with Granit, he is having an incredible season,.

"This is probably the best season he has had at the club. We are really happy to have him."

Xhaka is about to enter the final year of his current deal.