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Lloris open to taking Tottenham captaincy

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is yet to name a new club captain.

Younes Kaboul and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris are the main contenders to replace Michael Dawson, now of Hull City, as club captain.

Asked if he wanted to succeed Michael Dawson as captain, Hugo Lloris said: "I don't really need to wear the armband to feel like a leader for the team. I am very proud to the captain for the French national team.

"For Tottenham it is just the manager's decision. I am not expecting something about that, I am just trying to do my job in the best way, and I try to help the team to have the best performance.

"And after, in the changing room, I know that I have my place, and I try to be an example for everyone, and especially for my young team-mates because in the squad there are a lot of young players."

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