By Tom Blackett

INJURY-HIT defender Rob Atkinson has expressed his delight that Bristol City have shown their faith in him by handing him a new contract until 2026. The 24-year-old has been out injured since February after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament. Atkinson joined the Robins in 2021 from Oxford and has made 66 appearances, including 31 this season. “I’m feeling good. It’s been in the works for quite a while now - way before my injury - and to have those doubts that come with a long-term injury, it’s good to have that security and protec...