Ryan Brierley has returned to Salford because the phoenix membership’s new chief government.
Former membership captain Brierley was offered to Oldham as Salford Crimson Devils desperately tried to lift funds all through their ill-fated 2025 marketing campaign.
The 33-year-old lifelong Salford supporter has introduced his enjoying profession at Oldham to an finish to step into the position of main the following part of rebuilding skilled rugby league within the metropolis.
The information comes after the consortium – Phoenix Bid – had been profitable of their bid for the Rugby Soccer League (RFL) license.
“Salford is in my heart, and I believe saving its rugby league heritage is something that transcends rivalry,” Brierley stated.
“I hope Oldham’s unimaginable supporters perceive that that is about defending one thing all of us care deeply about, and what a terrific membership they belong to.
“I want to sincerely thank everyone at Oldham, the management, the staff, the players, and especially the fans. I know this might come as a surprise, and I’m deeply sorry to be leaving so soon, but this is something I felt I had to do.”
The Phoenix Bid consortium confirmed that planning for the 2026 season is now beneath manner, with Brierley tasked with delivering a community-first future for Salford rugby league.
“The hard work starts now,” Brierley stated. “This is for the fans, and we won’t let them down. It’s an honour to now lead this consortium and to help guide Salford into a new era.
“I am asking everybody for endurance and help as we rebuild collectively one step at a time, united for the membership and our metropolis.
“I am looking forward to working closely with Mason Caton-Brown who has spearheaded the bid in the last few weeks, backed by a superb team that has overwhelming passion for Salford Rugby”.
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Salford start their 2026 Championship season on January 16 towards Brierley’s former membership Oldham, who thanked him for his efforts and wished him nicely.
“We can confirm that Ryan Brierley has left Oldham to take up a position at another club,” an announcement learn.
“The player informed us this week of his desire to be released from his contract to pursue another opportunity, to which we have agreed.
“Everybody at Oldham needs Ryan each success in his new enterprise, and we thank him for his efforts in an Oldham shirt.”
