Salford Red Devils Owners Insist Club Will Not Close Amid Financial Turmoil

The Salford Red Devils rugby league club, currently facing severe financial difficulties and a dismal 2025 season, have assured fans that they will not close despite mounting debts exceeding £3 million and a winding-up petition. The club, acquired in February by a consortium led by businessman Dario Berta, has struggled with late wage payments, mass player departures, and heavy defeats, including an 80-6 loss to Hull FC. Their financial woes worsened when a promised £1.8 million external investment failed to materialize, and negotiations with Salford City Council to purchase their stadium broke down. The consortium has stated that bridge funding will be secured by the end of August to stabilize operations and build a sustainable future, emphasizing their long-term commitment. The Rugby Football League described the club's financial troubles as damaging to the sport and framed the takeover as necessary to avoid the club's immediate demise. Despite these challenges, the ownership group remains focused on returning Salford Red Devils to a competitive position in the Super League.