New Delhi: Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas has broken his silence over being named Arsenal captain. He said this afternoon that it is an honour to skipper one of the biggest clubs in the world.
Making dressing-room rifts public knowledge while coincidentally publicising his new book was the beginning of the end of William Gallas' tenure as Arsenal captain. The Frenchman was relieved of his duties on Friday afternoon.
Number 1 goalkeeper Manuel Almunia led the team out during the weekend's 3-0 Premier League loss against Manchester City, but Arsene Wenger on Monday told journalists that Cesc Fabregas would be made permanent captain.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of the club's midweek Champions League clash with Dynamo Kyiv, Wenger was asked about Fabregas' reaction when he was told that he would skipper the club he first joined as a 16-year old only five years ago.
Wenger bluntly said: "This subject is now closed, I don't think I need to give you much more information. You need to respect the privacy of the team."
Honour
On Monday afternoon though the Spanish playmaking midfielder revealed to the club's official website that it is a "great honour" to be given the armband.
"It is a great honour for me to captain one of the biggest clubs in the world," Fabregas said.
"It is a proud moment," he added. "I know it's a big responsibility but together with my team-mates I know we have the spirit and commitment to get back to winning ways and fulfil our potential."
Arsenal host Dynamo Kyiv on Tuesday evening before making the short trip across London to take on league leaders Chelsea on Sunday afternoon.
William Gallas has been recalled for the Champions League encounter.
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