Ade backs Cesc for captain

Gunners striker tips Spaniard to wear skipper's armband

By James Dall - EXCLUSIVE   Last updated: 22nd November 2008

Mikael Silvestre Arsenal Cesc Fabregas Emmanuel Adebayor William Gallas training

Who should be skipper? Adebayor (centre) believes Fabregas (left) could become Arsenal captain one day

He's got the character. He can be Arsenal captain in the future, for sure.

Emmanuel Adebayor on Cesc Fabregas
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Emmanuel Adebayor has told skysports.com that he believes Cesc Fabregas could captain Arsenal.

Fabregas has enjoyed a dramatic rise since he signed for the Gunners as a teenager from Barcelona in 2003.

The 21-year-old has already recorded over 200 appearances in an Arsenal shirt, netting 27 goals from midfield.

During the summer, Fabregas was tipped to rival current skipper William Gallas for the armband, but manager Arsene Wenger stood by the French defender.

However, Gallas' position has again been called into question following controversial revelations on Thursday, leading to doubts over whether he will captain the Gunners in the long-term.

Adebayor, who has played alongside Fabregas for two years, has praised the diminutive schemer's character and has backed him to one day lead out his team-mates.

"He's got the character. He can be Arsenal captain in the future, for sure. He is a good person," the Togolese told skysports.com at the launch of FIFA 09 from EA SPORTS.

"He's one of the best midfielders in the world. I think everyone knows that. He's a very good player and he is enjoying himself at Arsenal."

Adebayor made his comments prior to Gallas' outburst, which came during an interview given while on international duty with France

The Frenchman is disappointed he has been made a scapegoat for problems at Arsenal and has now explained of unrest in the Emirates Stadium camp.

He also revealed a bust-up at half-time during the 4-4 draw with rivals Tottenham Hotspur - a match Arsenal were winning 4-2 with just minutes remaining.

Fans have been calling for Gallas to be replaced as skipper with more than 80 per cent in a skysports.com poll wanting the defender to give up the captain's armband.

Emmanuel Adebayor was speaking at the launch of EA SPORTS FIFA 09, out now on all formats. Visit www.easports.co.uk/FIFA09 for more information.