Salford Red Devils sign Tom Gilmore and Olly Ashall-Bott on short-term deals

By PA Media

Image: Tom Gilmore has joined his former Widnes teammate Olly Ashall-Bott at Salford

Salford have completed the signings of former Widnes duo Tom Gilmore and Olly Ashall-Bott on short-term deals.

Halifax half-back Gilmore and London Broncos full-back Ashall-Bott have signed for Canadian newcomers Ottawa Aces ahead of their entry into League 1 in 2021 but in the meantime will bolster the Red Devils' squad.

Gilmore joins until the end of the season, while Ashall-Bott will be with the Challenge Cup semi-finalists until the end of October.

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Salford coach Ian Watson said: "Tom and Olly are two players that I've watched for a while and have had previous discussions with about signing for Salford due to their stand-out performances at Widnes.

"The current Covid situation has caused disruption for players and clubs, but has also presented a great opportunity for players like Tom and Olly to showcase their skills again at the top level, which they're more than capable of competing at.

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"Their commitment to help us see through this season has been outstanding."

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Salford completed the deals before Friday's 5pm transfer deadline and are likely to give the pair their debuts against Warrington at the AJ Bell Stadium on Tuesday - live on Sky Sports.

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