Murphy to leave Tigers for Connacht

Connacht have been busy preparing for next season with the signings of three players – one of which is scrum-half Frank Murphy from Leicester Tigers.

Connacht have been busy preparing for next season with the signings of three Irish players – one of which is Leicester scrum-half Frank Murphy.

The remaining two of the trio on their way to the Sportsground include young West-bound Leinster backs Fionn Carr and Ian Keatley.

Versatile 22-year-old Carr can play centre, wing or full-back while 21-year-old Keatley is a highly-rated fly-half.

And Connacht Chief Executive, Gerry Kelly, views all three signings – especially the experience of 26-year-old Murphy – as having great potential who are sure to benefit Connacht in the coming season.

“We're delighted to announce that we've signed two exciting prospects for the coming season” he said.

“Fionn and Ian have both shown great ability at age group levels for Ireland and it is our hope we will develop them into future Irish internationals.”

“Frank Murphy will provide an experienced link between our forward pack and these young backs.

“With Frank, Conor O'Loughlin and Kieran Campbell we should have great competition for the scrum half berth and the ability to vary our game to all conditions and opposition.”