Its not that sudden tbh - there were plenty calling for him to be the next one to take over the armband before last season finished (me included). Seems to command respect from the other players, talks to them a lot, is involved in almost everything, and is probably the best outfield player we...
So if this goes ahead, can we have a German Day with currywurst, big steins of beer served by lovely blonde busty ladies, & general Oktoberfest oompa-type shenanigans happening on the concourses?!