Salford Red Devils Sign Six Players on Loan Amid Player Shortages

Salford Red Devils have signed half-back Rowan Milnes on loan for the remainder of the 2025 season amid a challenging period marked by significant player departures and financial difficulties. Milnes, 25, joins after a brief loan at Hull KR where he did not feature in any games and was previously with Castleford Tigers before a contract termination. To field a competitive team for upcoming fixtures, Salford has also brought in four other loan players, including Hull KR's Leon Ruan and Louix Gorman, Leigh Leopards' Jack Darbyshire, and Wakefield Trinity's Neil Tchamambe. The club has experienced a high turnover this season, with 14 senior professionals leaving and recent departures to Championship side Oldham heightening concerns. Despite these struggles, Salford is preparing to compete against teams like Leigh Leopards, even if it means relying on an influx of loan players and debutants. The Red Devils acknowledge the support from other Super League clubs in facilitating these loan arrangements during this difficult period.