Thomas Vermaelen Biography

Thomas Vermaelen (born 14 November 1985) is a Belgian footballer, who currently plays for English club Arsenal and is captain of the Belgian national team as a defender. Prior to his joining Arsenal he played for Dutch clubs Ajax and RKC Waalwijk. He is one of the many of Arsenal’s vice captains. He is especially known for his potent threat as a goalscorer, in spite of being a central defender.