Widnes Vikings can confirm that Jordan Johnstone has joined Super League outfit Castleford Tigers on loan until the end of the season.
Johnstone, 26, will join the Tigers to fill the hooking void following the arm injury suffered by Paul McShane.
Head of operations Chris Hamilton said ” The club were made aware of this just a few days ago and it is an opportunity that Jordan wants to take. He is 26 years old and feels that this is maybe his last chance to play in Super League. He wants to go and give it his best shot.
“Jordan is still contracted with us for 2024 and will return for pre-season training. We have a very experienced hooker at the club in Matty Fozard and will also be bringing in another excellent hooker, which we hope to announce later.
It is important to state that this is not a cost cutting exercise – this was not something the club have sought , and that the playing budget is not being cut for next year which some reports are mistakenly saying.
“We wish JJ well and remain 100% committed as a club to ensuring we end up in the highest possible league position come the end of this season.”
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