NRL

Super League club sign huge NRL star

by
Cam Pattison
October 5, 2023

The likes of Warrington Wolves, Leeds Rhinos, Wigan Warriors, Hull FC and others have completed major transfers for 2024 and now Warrington have added another.

They have drafted in Zane Musgrove on a two year deal.

The 27-year-old is a big unit standing at 6ft 4in and weighing 17st 4lbs and bolsters our front-row for 2024 onwards.

The New Zealand-born prop has made 78 NRL career appearances across spells with St George Illawarra Dragons, Wests Tigers and South Sydney Rabbitohs.

He played alongside our new Head Coach Sam Burgess whilst at the Rabbitohs in 2016-17.

Speaking on the move, Zane Musgrove said: “I’ve heard all positive things about the club and I’m really looking forward to getting over to the UK.

“I’ll be linking up with Sam [Burgess] again and that’s going to be exciting as I think he’ll get the best out of me.

“I’ve been watching and following the games and I’ve been learning more and more about the Wire and the town.

“There’s quality players throughout the team and I believe rubbing shoulders with them will bring the best version out of me next year.

“I’m ready for the challenge. I’m only 27 and I reckon my best footy is still in front of me. I’m looking to come over, stamp my authority and be successful for Warrington under Sam.”

Warrington Wolves Head Coach for 2024 Sam Burgess said: “I’m really looking forward to bringing Zane to Warrington.

“Having played and worked with him previously at Souths I know what he will bring.

“He is a committed athlete and will add to the Wire in 2024.”

Warrington Wolves Director of Rugby, Gary Chambers, added: “Zane brings a host of NRL experience. He’s a big, athletic body which will complement our current forward pack moving forward.”

Previously, Sam Burgess spoke about taking on a new role:

“I’m pleased to confirm I will take on the role of Head Coach at the Warrington Wolves for seasons 24/25.

“From playing in the Super League to having the opportunity to lead an incredible club, it’s a full circle moment and one I am fully committed to and excited by.

“I want to thank Simon [Moran], Stuart [Middleton] and Karl [Fitzpatrick] at the Wolves for their courage and collaboration, as I look forward to returning to England to coach this great club.

“To Russell [Crowe], Blake [Solly], JD [Demetriou] and the stakeholders at South Sydney, thank you for supporting me in taking on this new position. We still have an opportunity to play some great football for the remainder of the year and to do so alongside our current staff and squad, is my focus.”