During the team's Europa League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv, defender Ezri Konsa wore the captain's armband, as regular captain John McGinn was on the bench.

When asked about the change, Emery explained that John McGinn is the primary captain, and they have a system in place for choosing the next captain.

According to Emery, the usual next captain is Emiliano Martinez, but he has decided to give Konsa the role instead.

Emery also mentioned that Tyrone Mings and Ollie Watkins are part of the team's leadership group, which is managed by the coaching staff.