Romania insist they won't target Ireland captain Johnny Sexton

BRAINS TRUST: Head coach Eugen Apjok, left, with his management team during the Romania rugby squad captain's run at the Stade de Bordeaux. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Romania insist they will not target "world-class" Ireland captain Johnny Sexton on his comeback from almost six months on the sidelines.

The veteran fly-half, 38, will lead Ireland into the clash in Bordeaux following a lengthy absence through a groin injury and subsequent suspension.