Geordan Murphy has spoken of his delight after being named Leicester Tigers captain for the coming season.

The Ireland international expects to follow in the footsteps of ex-skipper Martin Corry by leading the Premiership champions to more silverware.

"We aspire to win trophies and that will be no different this season," the full-back told BBC East Midlands Today.

"Being captain is a great honour. This is probably one of the most successful clubs in Europe."

The 31-year-old will be supported by vice-captains Aaron Mauger and Louis Deacon.

"I'm not too sure if I ever thought of myself as captain material," Murphy added.

"But with the amount of experience we have in the squad and the quality of players it is a very easy job to do."

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