Salford are hopeful that major signing Manu Vatuvei could be a Red Devils player before the end of the month. League Express revealed exclusively and first on Monday how Salford had finalised a deal to bring the New Zealand international to Super League, with subsequent reports now suggesting his arrival could be imminent. TotalRL understands those reports are indeed correct,…
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Salford Red Devils have tied up the services of halfback Rob Lui on a long-term deal. The halfback has been the subject of intense speculation this year, with his contract with the Super League high-flyers out of contract at the end of the year. But he has finally committed to the Red Devils, ensuring the club will keep their star…
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Niall Evalds has turned down offers from rival Super League clubs to sign a new long-term deal with Salford. The 23-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Red Devils in recent weeks with his contract at the AJ Bell Stadium set to expire. But the speedster has put pen to paper on a new contract that has…
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St Helens coach Justin Holbrook praised his side’s spirit as Matty Smith’s dramatic late drop goal secured an incredible comeback victory against Salford. The Saints trailed 24-8 heading into the final 10 minutes – and 24-14 with just three minutes left – before tries from Regan Grace and Jonny Lomax allowed Smith to secure victory with his one-pointer to beat…
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Matty Smith slotted an 80th minute drop goal as St Helens came from 24-8 behind to seal a remarkable 25-24 victory over Salford Red Devils. Todd Carney gave Salford the lead with a penalty goal but Smith crossed midway through the half to put the hosts in front, with two Mark Percival goals making it 8-2. Niall Evalds crossed on…
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Salford halfback Robert Lui says he’s going to let his rugby do the talking when it comes to discussions over an extended stay at the club: but he admits he’s happy with the Red Devils. Lui is perhaps the most notable out-of-contract player left for Salford to finalise talks with after a plethora of big names have committed their futures to…
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Leeds v Castleford (8pm, Sky Sports) Rob Burrow and Jamie Jones-Buchanan return to the fray for Leeds as they take on league leaders Castleford this weekend. The experienced duo missed last week’s victory against Featherstone due to injury, but both are included here. Ashton Golding also has a chance of returning. There is a blow for Castleford with captain Michael…
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Salford Red Devils player welfare manager Garreth Carvell has said that the club’s experience in last year’s Million Pound game has seen them develop a mental toughness that has sparked this season’s turnaround in form. Last October the Red Devils needed a golden point extra time drop goal to secure their Super League survival. But ever since they have been…
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Salford CEO Ian Blease has given the biggest hint yet that Rob Lui will stay at the club. The Australian stand-off put in another outstanding display as the Red Devils advanced to the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup with a victory over Wakefield Trinity. However, Lui’s Salford future is in doubt, with his contract set to expire at the end…
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Ian Watson admitted the prospect of taking Salford to Wembley was massive for Salford after they booked a place in the Challenge Cup semi-finals for the first time in 19 years. The Red Devils defeated Wakefield 30-6 to advance to the last four after a strong performance on the back of consecutive defeats. Watson was left delighted with his side’s…
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