Walker makes league return

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The 25-year-old has left Guinness Premiership side Bath after just 13 appearances in the 15-a-side code following his switch last year. But, despite his move being endorsed by the RFU, Walker revealed he was unable to settle in the south and is happy to be making a swift return.

"It's a personal decision, nothing to do with anything on the rugby front," the 25-year-old said. "It was down to being away from family and friends so I jumped at the chance."

He added: "It's great to be back and I'm totally relieved that Hull KR have given me the opportunity to come back.

"There's plenty of drive here and I'm excited by it. I've watched closely this year and seen that they've pipped some big teams and I'm sure we'll go closer next year."

Walker, who has been capped six times by Great Britain, was rumoured to also be a target for Wigan - but says that he was not aware of any interest from the Cherry and Whites.

He said: "I'm sure there were other clubs, but I wasn't aware and I'm grateful Justin (Morgan) and the board came in as it's where I wanted to be.

"I don't have any regrets about what happened at Bath. My time in union hasn't done me any damage.

"What it has done is make me hungry to prove myself consistently next season. I'll be hungry next season after missing this one. It was a great opportunity."