Off-contract star signs long-term deal with Super League rivals

Salford Red Devils have confirmed the signing of Esan Marsters on a two-year deal from Super League rivals, Huddersfield Giants. Marsters is out of contract with the Giants at the end of the season, and the club were keen to retain his services. 

However, Salford pulled off a significant coup to secure Marsters’ signing. He has been one of the in-form centres in the Super League and is a key part of Huddersfield’s first-team squad. Marsters has four tries and five try assists for the Giants this season.

The Red Devils already have one of the Super League’s best centre partnerships. Nene MacDonald and Tim Lafai have been in stellar form this season and have played an important role in driving Salford up the Super League table. The signing raises a question mark over Lafai’s future with the club. Lafai is out of contract at the end of the season and is attracting interest from rival Super League clubs.

Marsters moves to Super League rivals

Marsters will take up a two-year contract with the Red Devils, which will keep him at the club until the end of the 2027 season. A statement on the Salford Red Devils website states:

“We are delighted to announce the signing of Esan Marsters from Huddersfield Giants for the 2025 Betfred Super League season.

“The versatile centre is an exciting addition to Paul Rowley’s squad and will join the club on a three-year deal – confirming his stay until the end of 2027.”

Salford currently sit in sixth place in the Super League table, and face a difficult game against Wigan Warriors this weekend. Huddersfield suffered a home defeat to the Leigh Leopards on Friday night, leaving them four points adrift of the top six.

Marsters a “fantastic addition”

Salford head coach, Paul Rowley, believes Marsters will be a fantastic addition to the Red Devils’ squad. Speaking in the

In reaction to the news, Head Coach, Paul Rowley has said: “In preparation for the 2025 season, Esan is a fantastic addition to the group.

“He adds more strike and versatility to the back line and I am looking forward to seeing him enjoy himself in Salford colours.

“On behalf of everybody at the club, we welcome Esan, whilst also wishing him well for the remainder of the season.”

Director of Rugby and Operations, Ian Blease stated his excitement that Marsters will join the club.

“I would like to welcome Esan and his family to Salford Red Devils.

“Esan is a very exciting signing for us and I am delighted to get this deal over the line.

“He is an outstanding talent, a perfect fit for this team and someone I know our coaching staff can take to the next level.

“I am sure our supporters will be delighted to hear this news and I personally can not wait to see him in a red shirt next season.”