Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says Cesc Fabregas is becoming a greater captain.
After victory over Blackburn Rovers, Wenger confirmed that his captain would very soon assume every aspect of the role.
"He will be the player he was before without any problem and he will be stronger," the Frenchman told arsenal.com. "And of course I think he will, once he is fit again, be involved mentally in the team.
"He is our leader, he is the leader of our team and he has a massive responsibility. I am convinced he will stand up for it."
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