A dramatic rumour involving Sunderland AFC captain Granit Xhaka and his wife, Leonita Lekaj, has sparked widespread discussion among football fans online.
The claim, which has circulated across social media, alleges that Leonita was romantically involved with another individual connected to the football world. However, there is currently no credible evidence confirming the allegation, and neither Xhaka nor Leonita has publicly confirmed such a story.
Xhaka and Leonita have been married since 2017 and have three daughters together. Recent reports continue to portray Leonita as a strong supporter of her husband’s football career and family life.
The Swiss midfielder remains one of the most experienced figures in Sunderland’s squad, having built a distinguished career with Basel, Borussia Mönchengladbach, Arsenal and Bayer Leverkusen before joining Sunderland.
For now, supporters are being urged not to treat social-media rumours as established fact. Unless Xhaka, Leonita, Sunderland AFC, or a credible news organisation provides confirmation, the allegation should remain exactly that — an unverified rumour.
