Former Hull KR and Castleford Tigers utility man Chris Atkin is among six players set to be released by Bradford Bulls at the end of the season.

The 33-year-old, who has also enjoyed a long spell at Salford Red Devils in Super League, has been told his contract will not be renewed despite making 16 appearances since his arrival in March.

Joe Keyes, Sam Hallas, Guy Armitage, Dan Russell and Mitch Souter are the other players on Bradford's initial released list.

Ed Chamberlain, meanwhile, has returned to parent club Hull FC to continue his rehabilitation from the foot injury he sustained in June.

Bulls head coach Kurt Haggerty said: "There’s a great analogy we use in camp where we talk about soldiers and they've all been really good soldiers.

"They've all worked extremely hard and helped fight the cause for this year with it being our first year back in Super League.

"What I did say from the first day I came to the club was that for any players we knew we wouldn't be keeping moving forward, I would let them know as early as possible so they can either sort an opportunity at another club or effectively go back and find work.

"The conversations are always very difficult but as we've always spoken about, there are no grey areas at this club. We're very open and honest and the lads have been first class responding to the news. I think that has shown in their performances over the last couple of weeks."

Bradford, who sit 12th in Super League with seven rounds remaining, have so far confirmed the signings of Sam Eseh and Cam Scott for 2027.