Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has made it clear — Martin Odegaard is staying as captain, and it’s not just his decision.
Omo, e be like captaincy matter dey hot for Emirates this week!
How the Decision Was Made
Speaking to reporters, Arteta revealed that he asked the entire squad to vote for their captain this week. The result? An overwhelming and unanimous choice for Martin Odegaard to continue wearing the armband.
“I asked them to vote [for] the captain yesterday and by a mile, by a mile, they all chose the same person, Martin Odegaard,” Arteta explained. “Which is the most clear sign you can have of how the squad feel we can improve.”
Tony Adams’ Suggestion Sparks Conversation
This comes just days after former Arsenal skipper Tony Adams made headlines by urging Arteta to hand the captaincy to Declan Rice instead. Adams claimed Rice’s leadership style would suit the current squad better.
Omo, imagine saying this and then hearing Odegaard got all the votes — talk about plot twist!
Odegaard’s Influence in the Squad
Since taking the armband, Odegaard has been praised for his calm authority, technical brilliance, and ability to lead by example on and off the pitch. His popularity within the dressing room was made crystal clear by the landslide vote in his favour.
For Arteta, it’s a “no-brainer” decision — the squad is united, and Odegaard remains the man to guide them into the 2025/26 campaign.
Eyes on the New Season
With the captaincy debate settled, Arsenal can now focus fully on their Premier League opener and European ambitions. Whether Odegaard can lead them to silverware this season is the next big question.
Omo, make we no lie, Arsenal fans go dey watch closely!
