How loan spell will help develop Amir Bourouh

The hooker has joined Betfred Championship side Halifax Panthers on a season-long loan.

Bourouh, a former amateur of Halifax-based Siddal, played three matches for Wigan last season.

But with other players ahead of him in the pecking order, and no reserves or dual-registration, the club felt a loan would benefit him the most.

Assistant coach Matt Peet said: "We feel this is the perfect opportunity for Amir to develop his game and allow us to monitor his performances.

"Halifax are a very professional organisation with a smart coach in Simon Grix. Amir is from Halifax and is excited to represent his local club."

He is the second player to leave on loan, following Chris Hankinson's switch to London Broncos.