Ki Sung-Yueng will captain South Korea in their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Iran and Uzbekistan, even though the Swansea City midfielder may not be fit enough to play in the crucial matches.
Head coach Shin Tae-Yong wants to use the 28-year-old central midfielder's experience as they aim to secure a spot at a ninth straight World Cup, as the team's faltering campaign approaches its climax.
"I want to give Ki the captain's armband even if he can't play," Shin told the Korean media on Wednesday. "Ki has been serving a central role well in the national team.