Liam Sutcliffe released by Hull FC as exodus continues in nightmare season

The former Leeds Rhinos utility back has scored 11 tries in 39 games in his two seasons with the Black and Whites.

Sutcliffe signed a three-year deal but has been granted an early release to take up an opportunity with another Super League club, with Huddersfield Giants his destination according to Love Rugby League.

Hull have already confirmed the departures of long-serving duo Danny Houghton and Carlos Tuimavave.

Houghton is preparing to retire after Hull's final game of the season against Catalans Dragons on Saturday but Tuimavave has declared his intention to play on, although he has yet to find a new club.

Jake Trueman is also on his way out after signing for Wakefield Trinity, together with Mitieli Vulikijapani and Charlie Severs.

Young squad members Sully Medforth, Lennon Bursell, Jeylan Hodgson and Macca Harman have also been released.

Tex Hoy, Darnell McIntosh, Nu Brown, Franklin Pele, Jayden Okunbor, Joe Cator, Cam Scott, Jack Brown and Damel Diakhate have all left the MKM Stadium since the start of 2024.

Hull, who are in danger of finishing bottom of Super League heading into the final round, are in the process of rebuilding their squad, with Jordan Rapana and Aidan Sezer among the new signings.