The Switzerland international midfielder has been handed the armband at Emirates Stadium after emerging as the top contender from a leadership group
Granit Xhaka is “very proud” to have been named Arsenal captain, despite some questioning that appointment and his role in the Gunners side.
A blind ballot was recently held to determine who would be taking the armband at Emirates Stadium.
Unai Emery is still keen to work with a leadership group, but has accepted that one man can be prioritised as skipper.
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Switzerland international midfielder Xhaka has got the nod, with the 27-year-old taking on added responsibility.