Young brother, Ian (above), said he is ready to fight for the fly-half place at Ulster following his move from Leicester.

Ian, who has been included in the Irish Churchill Cup squad, insists he is not a guaranteed successor.

"Niall O'Connor has done very well but I hope to get a decent run of games and see how it goes," said Humphreys.

"I expect people will compare me with David but I have had that from day one and it does not worry me."

Humphreys moved to Leicester from Belfast Harlequins in 2005 and has played for Ireland at 'A' and under-21 level.

"I cannot wait to get home. I have always wanted to play for Ulster and I am delighted to get this chance," added the 25-year-old.

"But it definitely is not simply a case of one Humphreys handing over to another Humphreys.

"I know I will have to battle to get my place in the team."

David Humphreys says the farewell reception he received from Ulster fans at Friday night's game against Cardiff is something he will always remember.

"The crowd at Ravenhill has always been fantastic to me and it was worth coming out for that even if I was disappointed to only be able to play for 10 minutes.

"Rugby is the thing that has dominated my life for the last 15 years and I have enjoyed many good times, some ups and downs, and met a lot of good people.

"To play for Ulster was always a dream and the big matches I played in and the big European nights are something I will always treasure.

"I am going to take a summer break and then prepare for life in the real world and I am fortunate that I have a job to go to.

"I will however be back at Ravenhill on a regular basis as an avid supporter."