Scotty Parker will captain England in the friendly against the Netherlands today. How Stevie G or Lamps didn't get the captaincy, I'll never know.
Scott Parker's appointment as England captain ahead of Steven Gerrard divides opinion - Telegraph
Looks like Podolski is keen on an Arsenal move. I think Podolski paired with Van Persie up front could prove to be lethal striker tandem for Arsenal. You've got quality wingers too, so you should have no problems going forward. Arsenal play a 4-4-2 anyway right? Could be a good signing for the club.
Lukas Podolski agrees to join Arsenal | Mail Online