A 20-year-old forward has joined his new club from down the road rivals for the remainder of the 2024 season.
Harvey Wilson is also expected to contribute to Salford Red Devils rugby league campaign in 2025 as part of Paul Rowley’s playing squad next season.
Wilson started his career at Clock Face Miners, Orrell St James and Siddal, before signing for Wigan in 2020.
Since his move into the Warriors Scholarship programme, Wilson has enjoyed loan spells at Oldham Roughyeds, Widnes Vikings and most recently, Bradford Bulls.
The youngster has already linked-up with his new teammates for training and will continue his exciting development under our coaching staff.
In reaction to joining his new team, Wilson said: “I am really looking forward to joining Salford.
“I can’t wait to get into it and take any opportunity I can to help the club. I am looking forward to playing with the lads and in front of the fans.”
Head Coach, Paul Rowley added: “I am pleased to welcome Harvey to the club.
“He’s a very determined young player who will be a great addition to our group.”
Director of Rugby and Operations, Ian Blease said: “I would like to welcome Harvey and his family to Salford Red Devils.
“Harvey will now get the opportunity to position himself within our team and bolster our forward pack for the remainder of this season, and next.
“Harvey comes in off his growing reputation within the game, and I am really excited to see how he grabs this opportunity.
Ian Blease, Salford Red Devils Director of Rugby and Operations.
“Finally, I would like to say thank you Kris Radlinski and the Wigan club for allowing Harvey to take up this position at the Red Devils.”
A spokesman at the club said that everyone at Salford would like to welcome Harvey and they were looking forward to seeing his progression over the next 18 months.
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