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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Paul Britton

Salford Red Devils open talks with businessman after investment reports and 'proposal to buy AJ Bell Stadium'

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Salford Red Devils rugby league club have opened talks with local businessman, Sebastian Gerrard, following reports that he wants to buy the AJ Bell Stadium and invest in the Super League club, it has been revealed.

The cash-strapped Red Devils were considering moving to The Peninsula Stadium owned by Salford City Football Club, who had proposed to buy the AJ Bell Stadium in conjunction with current co-tenants Sale Sharks, because of the prohibitive cost of rent.

However, they could now remain at the AJ Bell Stadium, which has been their home since moving out of The Willows 10 years ago, following discussions with Mr Gerrard, who is believed to be the managing director of a Swinton-based building company. The club pointed to 'recent news reports' regarding a proposal to buy the AJ Bell Stadium.

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