Salford's future is bright as Berta assumes control and clears debts 000
Manchester Evening News|February 08, 2025
SALFORD have secured their future as a Betfred Super League club following a takeover by businessman Dario Berta.
Salford's future is bright as Berta assumes control and clears debts 000

The Red Devils' future had been throw into serious doubt over the winter after talks with a previous consortium stalled, which led to many of their star players being placed on the transfer list.

However, Berta, who is the chief executive of investment bank Matanel, has completed a full takeover subject to Rugby Football League approval and has cleared all club debts ahead of their 2025 Super League campaign, which they begin with a trip to St Helens on February 15.

Chris Irwin, a former chief commercial officer at Salford, will return to the club in the role of chief executive.

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