Albert Kelly: Hull FC grant half-back compassionate leave

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Albert Kelly played in Hull FC's draw at Warrington on Saturday

Hull FC half-back Albert Kelly has been granted compassionate leave to return to Australia.

The 26-year-old has scored eight tries in six Super League matches this season after joining from rivals Hull KR.

The club said in a statement that Kelly is likely to miss the game against Salford on 7 April.

It added:, external "We would like to extend our best wishes to Albert and his family at this difficult time and ask fans and media respect their privacy."

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