Luke Gale: England international half-back among players leaving Hull FC
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Luke Gale became Hull FC captain after joining the club in November 2021
England international Luke Gale is leaving Hull FC after one season with the Super League team.
Gale, 34, who signed a one-year deal when he joined the club from Leeds, has scored one try in 18 appearances.
But the ex-Harlequins, Bradford Bulls, Castleford and Leeds half-back got a five-game ban after a red card on only his second start against St Helens.
Jordan Johnstone, Marcus Walker and Aidan Burrell will also depart at the end of the season.
Hooker Johnstone made 55 appearances after arriving for the 2020 season, while Walker and Burrell each played once in 2021.
Second-row forward Manu Ma'u will be joining Catalans Dragons in July and utility player Will Smith is ending his short-term deal to return to Australia.
Hull FC are encouraging fans to show their appreciation to the outgoing players when Hull KR visit for the derby on Saturday. The club will hold a short presentation ceremony after the match finishes.