Warrington Wolves confirm signing of London Broncos star with length of contract revealed
Warrington Wolves have confirmed the signing of half-back Oli Leyland from London Broncos on a two-year deal from 2025.
The 23-year-old has made 94 appearances for the Broncos since making his first-team debut in 2021, scoring 14 tries and kicking 170 goals.
Leyland was a key man for Mike Eccles’ Broncos in 2024, making 28 appearances in all competitions, providing 16 assists in Super League.
Leyland will now make the move up north after putting pen to paper on a two-year deal with Sam Burgess’ Wolves, whilst his brother Bill has inked a two-year deal with Hull KR as of next season.
“It’s massive for me and it means a lot to be joining Warrington,” Oli Leyland said.
“Playing with and learning from the likes of George Williams, and with Sam Burgess as coach as well, will really bring my game on and help push the team forward.
“I love what they’ve built already under Sam and I can’t wait now to rip in and be a part of it.”
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Leyland will link up with his new Warrington team-mates when 2025 pre-season training commences in November.
“Oli is a great young player who we were keen to bring to Warrington,” said Sam Burgess on new recruit Leyland.
“He’s been in consistent form all year for London, setting up tries and causing problems for the opposition. I’m excited to see him develop with us next year.”
Meanwhile, reports emerged in Australia over the weekend that Papua New Guinea international Dan Russell is set to sign for Warrington ahead of next season.
The 28-year-old back-rower, who has won 10 caps for the Kumuls since making his international debut in 2019, departed St George Illawarra Dragons upon the conclusion of their 2024 NRL campaign.
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