Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger named Fabregas as William Gallas' permanent successor following the Frenchman's outspoken attack on his team-mates last week.
Fabregas has repeatedly been linked with a move back to his native Spain, with Barcelona and Real Madrid having shown an interest in the playmaker.
But the 21-year-old insists taking the armband proves his future remains at the Emirates Stadium.
“By becoming captain it shows how much I’m committed to the club," he said in the Sun.
“I actually feel I’ve shown commitment since I arrived here. Each year people talk about me leaving yet I’m still here and I want to be part of the future of Arsenal.
“I love the club and I’m totally committed to it. I’m not looking to play anywhere else.
“Of course, the future for Arsenal is bright. The players are very much looking forward to the next few years.”
Following Gallas' comments last week, Wenger did not hesitate to strip the defender of the captaincy and drop him from the squad for the trip to Manchester City. And the Arsenal manager says his decision to appoint Fabregas as Gallas' successor was straightforward.
“I have never doubted Cesc’s commitment and that was one of the reasons for making him captain," he said.
“It’s important you are the voice of the club to the outside and your commitment is not questioned.
“Cesc has the leadership qualities, the experience and the confidence of the other players.”(telegraph)
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