Overview

• Claire Bradbury resigned on 12 August and accused owners of using misogynistic language by suggesting she sleep with an RFL official to “smooth things over.”
• Salford Red Devils issued a statement condemning inappropriate conduct and have launched a thorough internal investigation into the allegation.
• The Rugby Football League described the suggestion as “clearly offensive and unacceptable” and is monitoring the probe’s progress.
• The club has struggled with repeated wage delays, a string of senior player departures and faces a £500,000 HMRC winding-up petition set for 3 September.
• Supporters’ trusts have paused meetings with the board and organised protests before upcoming fixtures while local officials demand clarity from ownership.