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152 year old salford red devils The rugby league club has been formally struck down in a specialist companies court, ceasing to exist after a one-minute hearing over an outstanding tax bill to Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs.
It follows a turbulent situation super league campaign last season, which saw salford Repeatedly late salary payments and a mass exodus of players led to a failing program.
transferred to championshipThey were set to open the 2026 season against local rivals oldham On 16 January.
However, supporters and businesses are keen to immediately revive the Red Devils as a ‘Phoenix Club’, potentially completing the old club’s fixtures.
The case, which was initially brought in June, was adjourned several times for debt payment, with the club having no representation in court.
An RFL spokesperson said: “Following today’s court decision, Salford Red Devils’ membership of the RFL has been terminated with immediate effect.
“The RFL board will meet tomorrow to advise in detail on the new club ownership process.”
In a statement, The club said: “We understand the seriousness of this situation and the uncertainty it creates for everyone associated with the club.
“For the original club staff who have remained up to this point, this is an incredibly emotional moment. While it is sad to see things come to this point, there is also a sense of relief that an extremely challenging period for the club has finally come to an end.
“We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the fans who have stood by us through all circumstances. Your passion and loyalty have meant so much to us. More than anything, we hope that the club’s proud name and history will live on and continue to represent the people of Salford.”
Salford have been beset by financial problems all season, Operating under strict salary cap restrictions After failing to pay players and staff on time, And saw a number of star players depart throughout the campaign, which saw them finish bottom of the Betfred super league Situation.
In October, it was confirmed that they had lost their place in next season’s expanded top flight, having been temporarily relegated to the Championship for the 2026 campaign, and head coach Paul Rowley moved to join st helens,
Their troubled season comes after a consortium led by Swiss businessman Dario Berta completed a takeover in February this year.