UPDATE -  “It is a great honour for me to captain one of the biggest clubs in the world,” said Fabregas. “It is a proud moment. 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.”

With the drama surrounding William Gallas and the future of the Arsenal Captains band, head coach Arsene Wenger has announced that midfielder Cesc Fabregas will continue to Captain the side as it takes on Dynamo Kiev Tuesday in their Champions League Group G match.

After announcing that Gallas would return to the side after being dropped before Saturday’s 3 - 0 loss at Manchester City, Wenger was quick to add that the 21 year old Spanish International would continue on during Monday’s news conference.

“William is a player that I rate. He was working as a captain in a very difficult media environment and was under pressure from the press,” Wenger said.

“I do not to have to explain to you why I make the decisions. When you don’t win nobody jumps off the roof and the frustration kicks in when your team doesn’t win.

“This is a good opportunity to show that we have strength and ability. You know how the media works, you go from catastrophe to fantastic.

“Even if we are the moment frustrated it’s not all doom and gloom. We have a strong belief in our ability and we have a good opportunity to show we care about the club.

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