Background
Atkinson was born in West Bromwich.
Atkinson was born in West Bromwich.
West Bromwich Albion
A West Bromwich Albion youth graduate, he was handed a third-year scholarship deal on 7 June 2013. On 22 May 2013 Atkinson signed his first professional deal with WBA, running until 2015. On 27 November, after featuring regularly in the club"s under-21 side, he was loaned to Cambridge United until 3 January.
On 13 December, Atkinson made his professional debut, replacing Tom Naylor in the 77th minute of a 0–0 home draw against Shrewsbury Town for the League Two championship.
At the end of the 2014-2015 season, Atkinson was released by the club N ottinghamshire County
Atkinson joined N ottinghamshire County on a one-year contract on 20 July 2015.