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‘Hopefully this will improve him!’ – Spurs fans on new captain

Younes Kaboul is the new Tottenham captain

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has appointed Younes Kaboul as his new captain.

The centre-back takes over from Michael Dawson, who left for Hull in the summer transfer window. Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris and striker Emmanuel Adebayor are now the vice captains.

"[Kaboul] has the character to lead this team as well as the respect of his teammates," Pochettino said. "Hugo and Ade will be vice-captains and both of them, along with Younes, possess tremendous experience and have all shown a great attitude and leadership."

Most have backed the manager's decision, but there are some who would have preferred someone else to have the armband...

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