A CONSORTIUM led by former player Mason Caton-Brown has been awarded the license to run a Salford Red Devils team in the Championship next season.
The Rugby Football League announced its decision today (Monday), naming Malcolm Crompton and Paul Hancock as the other directors.
The group, known as Salford RLFC Ltd, beat rival bids from former club CEO Chris Iwein and Tracy Atiga, who had links to the previous owners.
“The quality of proposals we received reflects the strength of commitment to rugby league in Salford,” RFL CEO Abi Ekoku said.
“Our decision, which could not have been made without the clarity and support of Salford City Council and its stadium management team (CosCos), has been taken with the long-term interests of the club, the local community at its heart and the sport of rugby league as a whole.
“We are confident this outcome provides a strong platform for club stability and growth moving forward.”
The RFL finished its statement by expressing a wish that all three consortia could find a way to work together for the future of the club.