'Extremely grateful' - Tyler Dupree's parting message to Wigan Warriors after joining Castleford Tigers
Tyler Dupree says he is ‘extremely grateful’ for the opportunity Wigan Warriors gave him as he prepares for the next chapter of his career with Castleford Tigers.
The 26-year-old prop has made a permanent departure from Wigan, having joined Castleford with immediate effect on a long-term contract which runs until the end of the 2029 season.
Having struggled to nail down a place in Wigan’s matchday line-up towards the end of last year, Dupree spent the first few months of this season on loan at newly-promoted Super League side Toulouse Olympique.
The England international made six appearances for Toulouse, but he has now linked up with Castleford, where he will call home for the next three-and-a-half years.
After spending almost three years as a Wigan player, Dupree took to social media following the announcement of his transfer move, paying tribute to the Warriors.
“My time at Wigan Warriors has officially come to an end,” Dupree wrote on Instagram.
"Extremely grateful for the opportunity they gave to me, helping me become a better player and person.
"They will always have a special place in my chapter! Excited for what’s next.”
Dupree arrived at Wigan midway through the 2023 campaign from Salford, in a move that saw experienced prop Brad Singleton go the other way.
The Yorkshireman went on to make 62 appearances for Matt Peet’s side, helping the Warriors win back-to-back Super League titles in 2023 and 2024, as well as playing a key role in the club’s Grand Slam-winning campaign in 2024.
Dupree made his international debut for England in 2023 and has won three caps for his country so far.