Doncaster sign ex-Hull FC winger Mitieli Vulikijapani

DONCASTER have signed former Hull FC winger Mitieli Vulikijapani for the rest of this season.

The Fijian scored eight tries in 24 appearances for the Black and Whites between 2021 and 2023, as well as playing twice on loan with Bradford Bulls.

A gunner in the British Army with the 47th Regiment Royal Artillery, Vulikijapani has been granted permission to return to rugby.

“We’ve spoke to him, we’ve spoken to people involved with him and we’ve got the reassurances that he’ll be available,” said Dons coach Richard Horne.

“He’s looking to get started and involved with the club and he’s got the same ambitions we have.”

Vulikijapani, 31, has vowed: “I’ll bring positivity to the group.

“I know a few of the players here, the boys have welcomed me, the coaches and management too, so I’m looking forward to the season.”