Former Arsenal defender Nigel Winterburn believes Unai Emery has no choice but to take the captaincy off Granit Xhaka, who should apologise to the fans for his behaviour at the Emirates. Winterburn told talkSPORT: “I think Unai Emery needs to take Xhaka out of the firing line in terms of the captaincy. “It has put Unai Emery in a very difficult situation. “I hope there is an apology because Xhaka needs to realise the supporters are the ones who adore Arsenal FC. Xhaka’s outburst came with director Josh Kroenke in attendance, as at least three former Arsenal captains — Pat Rice, David O’Leary and Thierry Henry — also watched on from the stands.

Source: Irish Examiner October 29, 2019 05:26 UTC