Stefan Ratchford pens new Warrington deal

Warrington full-back Stefan Ratchford has signed a new deal until the end of 2022.

Ratchford, 31, has made more than 230 appearances for the Wolves since signing from Salford in 2012, and won the Lance Todd Trophy at the Challenge Cup final in 2018.

He said: “I am delighted to be staying. I love the club, the boys and everything we stand for. The staff and the board have all been great with me over my time so far.

“Being a Wiganer and signing from Salford, I didn’t know how the fans would take me having come from near rivals, but they have been brilliant with me from day one.

“Hopefully we can have more success over the next few years, and I look forward to being a part of it.”

Ratchford has been part of two Challenge Cup final winning sides, and has also represented England during his time at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.

He started the season at Wigan last week in the halves due to the injury to Gareth Widdop, with Matty Ashton deputising in his usual full-back position.

Coach Steve Price said: “It is awesome news for our club to reach an agreement with Stef Ratchford. He is one of the most professional players I have come across in the game.

“He is so diligent in his preparation on and off the field, and is a wonderful guy to coach. I still see him getting even better. It’s cracking news to have extended his stay until 2022.

“He’s been a really good sounding board for me and is a strong leader within our team which I expect him to continue to grow.”