Hull City boss Phil Brown says the experience of George Boateng will be crucial in their survival bid.

He told the Hull Daily Mail: "We certainly need that experience and the leadership qualities that George offers. Hopefully he will play a big part because he's got broad enough shoulders to carry the responsibility.

"George is an experienced guy and the experience of the Premier League guys that we brought in at the start of the season is going to be of paramount importance to us."