Sam Stone: Salford to Warrington Loan Move
- the Salford Red Devils are undergoing significant roster changes as they navigate a arduous Super League season.
- Stone joins a list of players who have recently departed, including Marc Sneyd (Warrington), Brad Singleton (Castleford Tigers), Tim Lafai (retired), Kallum Watkins (Leeds Rhinos), Deon Cross (St...
- In a move to strengthen their squad, Salford welcomes Russell and Whitehead. Russell, a 29-year-old second-row forward from Papua New Guinea, will stay with Salford through the end...
Sam Stone’s departure from Salford marks a pivotal moment in the Red Devils’ Super League season. After limited appearances, the club confirms the loan move to Warrington, signaling a roster shakeup as Salford aims to redefine its role. This follows a series of departures, making way for Russell and Whitehead to bolster the squad. Russell, a seasoned second-row forward, joins, while Whitehead inks a four-week stint, aiming to lift the team’s chances in the league. News Directory 3 brings you all the breaking updates, delivering the latest. With Salford at the bottom of the standings, the focus turns to how the new additions impact the upcoming fixtures. Discover what’s next for the Red Devils and if they can turn the tide.
Red Devils Roster Shakeup: Stone Departs, Russell & Whitehead Arrive
Updated June 17, 2025
the Salford Red Devils are undergoing significant roster changes as they navigate a arduous Super League season. Sam Stone, with only two appearances this year, is the latest senior player to leave the club.
Stone joins a list of players who have recently departed, including Marc Sneyd (Warrington), Brad Singleton (Castleford Tigers), Tim Lafai (retired), Kallum Watkins (Leeds Rhinos), Deon Cross (St Helens), Chris Atkin (Castleford), and Nene MacDonald (unpaid leave).
In a move to strengthen their squad, Salford welcomes Russell and Whitehead. Russell, a 29-year-old second-row forward from Papua New Guinea, will stay with Salford through the end of the season after playing 10 league games for warrington, who he joined from St George Illawarra Dragons.
Whitehead, who debuted for the Wolves in 2022 and has made 28 appearances with several loan spells, has agreed to an initial four-week stint with the Red Devils. The team hopes these changes will improve their Super League role.
Salford currently sits at the bottom of the Super League standings with only one win in 14 matches. They are preparing to host Hull FC on Sunday.
What’s next
Salford hopes the addition of Russell and Whitehead will provide the needed boost to climb out of the Super League cellar and improve their overall performance this season. The team’s role in the league hinges on upcoming matches.