"It's a big week and it's not impossible for us to win all three, " said Tootle.

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It leaves teenager Matt Tootle as the only recognised full-back in the squad.

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Murphy has followed in the footsteps of fellow academy trainee Matt Tootle, who signed a one-year extension on Friday.

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