Wayne Rooney Identifies Two Premier League’s Best Signings This Season

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has singled out Hugo Ekitike and Granit Xhaka as the standout signings in the Premier League this season, following the close of the winter transfer window on Monday night.

Clubs across England reinforced their squads in both the summer and January windows, with several high profile moves reshaping the title race and relegation battle. Yet, Rooney believes two arrivals in particular have delivered exceptional impact on the pitch.

Speaking on The Wayne Rooney Show, the former England captain praised Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike and Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka for their performances since joining their respective clubs.

‘”Ekitike and [Granit] Xhaka at Sunderland have probably been the two best signings in the Premier League. I really enjoy watching Ekitike play,” Rooney said.

Ekitike completed a move to Liverpool from Eintracht Frankfurt during last summer’s transfer window and has quickly become an important attacking outlet for the Reds. His pace, movement and confidence in front of goal have drawn praise from football lovers.

Meanwhile, Xhaka’s return to English football with Sunderland after leaving Bayer Leverkusen has proven influential. The experienced midfielder has brought leadership, composure and tactical intelligence to the heart of Sunderland’s midfield, helping to steady the team during key moments in this campaign.