A consortium led by former participant Mason Caton-Brown has obtained approval from the RFL for a brand new Salford group and entry into the 2026 Betfred Championship.
The RFL mentioned it had “received three high-quality and extremely well-considered proposals” to proceed the historical past {of professional} rugby league in Salford and that the profitable submission led by Caton-Brown’s consortium – Salford RLFC Ltd – “demonstrated a clear commitment to sustainable governance, financial responsibility and long-term stability”.
Salford Crimson Devils’ RFL membership was terminated earlier this month after they had been wound up by the Excessive Courtroom over excellent money owed.
Salford, relegated from Tremendous League this yr, are scheduled to open their Championship marketing campaign towards Oldham on January 16.
RFL interim CEO Abi Ekoku mentioned: “The standard of proposals we obtained displays the energy of dedication to Rugby League in Salford.
“Our determination, which couldn’t have been made with out the readability and help of Salford Metropolis Council and its stadium administration group (CosCos), has been taken with the long-term pursuits of the membership, the area people at its coronary heart and the game of rugby league as an entire.
“We are confident this outcome provides a strong platform for club stability and growth moving forward.”
Caton-Brown, 32, performed for Salford Crimson Devils between 2014 and 2016.
His fellow administrators within the new membership have been listed as Malcolm Crompton and Paul Hancock.
The RFL assertion added: “The RFL has expressed its hope that all submitting parties may find a mutually beneficial way of working together in the future, recognising that each demonstrated a shared commitment to delivering success for the new Salford based team and the people of Salford.”
