Fulham skipper Murphy happy playing with Etuhu

Fulham skipper Danny Murphy is enjoying his new midfield partnership with Dickson Etuhu.

Murphy told fulhamfc.com: "It’s been different because he’s a different type of player to Jimmy (Bullard) but it’s not been difficult because he’s a good player. He’s a bit more defensive, which means maybe I have a bit more responsibility to get forward, which I think I’ve done, especially in the game against Sheffield where I set up the first goal and found myself around the box a little bit more.
"Of course, like any partnership, it takes a few games to get to know each other, but one thing is for sure with Dickson, he gives us a fantastic physical presence in there. He’s a good tackler, good in the air and he gets about people, so it’s been very easy playing with him.

"He’s a terrific lad and he’s working hard at getting his full match fitness, so whether I play with Dickson or with Jimmy it just means I have to adapt my role, and that’s absolutely fine with me. They’re both talented players and I enjoy playing with them both. It’s more at the minute about making sure the team continues to carry on this good run, playing well and getting results, and whether that’s with Dickson or Jimmy, it’s fine either way!"