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'Everybody chose the same player' – Mikel Arteta hits back at Tony Adams' criticism of Martin Odegaard as Arsenal boss reveals vote for club captaincy

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has dismissed calls from Gunners legend Tony Adams to replace Martin Odegaard as captain with Declan Rice, revealing the Norwegian was the unanimous choice in a fresh squad vote. The north London side's boss insisted there is 'no question' over Odegaard’s leadership, with players and staff fully backing him ahead of the new season.

'Come on Mikel Arteta, make him captain' – Arsenal urged to strip Martin Odegaard of armband as club legend insists Gunners must make change to win Premier League

Arsenal icon Tony Adams has sparked a major leadership debate at the Emirates, insisting Mikel Arteta must strip Martin Odegaard of the captaincy if the club are serious about ending their long wait for a Premier League title. The former Gunners skipper, who lifted four league trophies during his decorated career, believes the armband should be handed to Declan Rice, a player he sees as the embodiment of a champion.