Tommy Doyle reveals delight at being handed Wolves honour

Fellow midfielder Mario Lemina has been named the new club captain following Max Kilman's departure, but Doyle was handed the armband in all three friendlies in America when Lemina was not on the pitch.

That included leading the team out against Crystal Palace and Doyle is delighted to be recognised for his leadership qualities, despite being just 22-years-old.

"I was so proud, I've had the armband in every game at some point and it's a special thing for me," Doyle told the Express & Star.

"It shows that the lads and the management team trust me to have the armband, which is an amazing feeling.

"I think I have good leadership skills. Obviously I am young but I don't really think that matters.

"It's a proud feeling and hopefully we can take these feelings into the season and push on.

"It's a great feeling and it's good to know the lads see you in that way, which is really nice especially with my age.

"It's nice to have that for such a massive club and it feels really good."

Head coach Gary O'Neil has not formally named a vice captain, but praised Doyle for the 'standards he sets' on and off the pitch.

"I came in (last summer) with a little injury from the Euros and once I'd shaken that off I was available for the whole season, which is the most important thing," Doyle added.

"Even when you don't feel at your best, the best ability is availability.

"I try to be available as much as I can and I have a great relationship with the lads, they're amazing.

"Every single player, it doesn't matter what language they speak, we have a great relationship. I love the guys and wearing the armband gives you extra motivation to give everything you've got for them.

"We work hard together every day, have such a great relationship and we have a good feeling around the team.

"When you look at each other and know your mate is going to be there for you, and he looks back at you and knows the same thing, that's a really good feeling."