Ireland international Joe Keyes to depart Hull KR

Ireland international Joe Keyes will leave Hull KR at the end of the season, the club have confirmed.

The 25-year-old has struggled for game time at the Robins this season.

Hull KR coach Tony Smith said: “After many discussions with Joe, we sat down together and I think the best thing for him and his career is to go and be a starting player and play regular rugby. 

“I’d like to thank him for everything and we will be keeping an eye on him for the coming seasons and watching him develop and get better.

“It’s been a pleasure working with him so far and look forward to anything that might happen in the future.” 

Keyes has made more than 100 career appearances for London Broncos, Bradford and Hull KR. He has won eight caps for Ireland.