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Granit Xhaka has sent Tottenham Hotspur a message ahead of a highly-anticipated final day of the Premier League season. Should Arsenal beat Everton, the Gunners require their north London rivals to at least lose against Norwich City to stand a chance of clinching Champions league qualification.

The 29-year-old has featured 26 times for Mikel Arteta's side in the Premier League this season, directly contributing towards three goals from the heart of midfield. He's somewhat impressed at Arsenal of late after turning the page in his love-hate affair with Gooners, though he continues to divide opinion.

Xhaka, who sees his current contract at the Emirates Stadium expire in 2024, has admitted that he and his side haven't given up hope of a top-four finish. Speaking to BBC Sport, the Switzerland international addressed Arsenal's chances following the loss to Newcastle United at St. James' Park.

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"If Tottenham lose and we win, you never know in football," said Xhaka. "We have to hope. Before the game, everything was in our hands. It’s a totally different game now. If you have to hope in football and in life it’s different."

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