Salford Crimson Devils have been positioned again beneath sustainability cap restrictions with quick impact amid continued uncertainty concerning the monetary well being of the membership.
A delay receiving cleared funds following final month’s takeover by an funding group led by Swiss banker Dario Berta has left gamers nonetheless ready to be paid for February.
The reinstatement of the cap by the Rugby Soccer League means head coach Paul Rowley will as soon as once more be unable to area his first-choice aspect when Salford make the journey to Castleford Tigers on Friday.
The Crimson Devils confirmed the scenario in an announcement and stated funds from the takeover have been “at present pending regulatory clearance”.
The assertion continued: “To our followers, we sincerely apologise, we all know this isn’t a simple time to be a Salford Reds fan.