Wigan Warriors forward joins Super League rivals

Wigan Warriors forward Harvey Makin has made the switch to Super League rivals London Broncos on loan.

Wigan Warriors confirmed the news with the following statement: “The former St Jude’s junior has spent time out on loan with Championship side Barrow Raiders where he has gained invaluable experience under head coach Paul Carey.

“The 20-year-old will now link up with the Broncos which will present him with an opportunity to play some minutes at Super League level.”

Wigan’s Transition Coach, John Duffy said: “Harvey has spent around a month with Championship side Barrow, and we would like to put on record our thanks to them for assisting in his journey and development.

“London will provide an opportunity for that next step up which we feel Harvey is up to and we look forward to seeing him develop playing at Super League level.“

London Broncos were also delighted to announce the news as they made a statement of their own:

“London Broncos are delighted to announce the loan signing of Wigan Warriors prop Harvey Makin who will join for an initial month.

“The 20 year old is a product of the Wigan academy however he played one game on loan for the Broncos in 2023.

“Makin was named in the Wigan Warriors 21-man squad for Round 13 in the 2023 season however he is yet to make his Super League debut.”

Wigan Warriors set to name squad for St Helens clash

Now young Makin will not be named in the 21-man squad Matt Peet will name this week for the game against St Helens in a huge derby clash.

Both St Helens and Wigan Warriors have won four games to start the season. Wigan haven’t lost however having played a game less with their game against Leigh Leopards in Round Two postponed due to Wigan’s World Club Challenge commitments.

The Warriors won that day as well to become World Champions against NRL Champions Penrith Panthers and since the Warriors have cemented themselves as favourites for the Super League title but this game against St Helens will test that especially given the defence Saints have shown at the start of the season.