Salford winding-up petition adjourned for second time

Red Devils of Salford, a troubled Super League team, has been given a second adjourned after a winding-up petition filed.

After the club claimed they were confident in obtaining a bridging loan to pay a tax bill to His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the petition was initially adjourned in June.

A massive player exodus, late pay, and severe defeats in 2025 have caused the club to sit bottom of the Super League table, both on and off the field.

“This encouraging outcome is significant because it will allow Red Devils of Salford to play the remainder of our matches this season.” It reflects the club’s resilience and the ongoing efforts being made in the background to secure its long-term future.

We also want to express our ongoing gratitude to everyone who has helped the club. Your support is crucial to what propels Salford forward, whether it is in the stands, in the community, or elsewhere.

Salford’s fortunes contrast sharply with Paul Rowley’s successful 2024 campaign, which saw them finish in fourth place and earn a play-off spot.

A consortium led by Swiss businessman Dario Berta completed a takeover of the Red Devils on the eve of the 2025 season, prompting the club to request an advance on their 2025 distribution payments.

The Red Devils fielded young opponents and faced a record 82-0 defeat by St Helens at the start of the season because of a sustainability cap that the Rugby Football League had placed on the club.

Owners of Salford have stated that the club will continue despite its financial difficulties, and chief operating officer Claire Bradbury has stepped down as manager after she claimed that the club’s ownership suggested she “sleep with someone at the Rugby Football League” to help them.

Due to “significant” “welfare concerns,” with the club having only two senior players available, which later caused the Super League game between Salford and Wakefield to be postponed, leading to a fan protest.

The club’s owners gave Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham and Salford Mayor Paul Dennett assurances that they would be able to complete the season on August 25.