Matty Blythe to rejoin Warrington from Bradford for 2017 season
Friday 19 August 2016 16:54, UK
Warrington have confirmed centre Matty Blythe will return to the club for the upcoming season.
The deal is subject to Blythe passing a medical, but will see the 27-year-old rejoin the club he began his senior career at after breaking through from the academy in 2007.
Blythe, who can also play as a second row, made 60 appearances in five years at the Wolves before heading to Bradford on an initial season-long loan.
Wolves head of coaching and rugby Tony Smith said: "We are exceptionally happy that Matty is returning to his home-town club.
"He originally went to get some more first-team starting time but he was always a very committed and loyal player to this club. There was always some desire from both sides for Matty to return once he'd gained some more experience.
"The opportunity has now arisen for us to join up again. He's been a very strong performer for Bradford and has been loyal to them for the last four years.
"He's got a terrific character and those are the sort of people we want in and around our club. He'll be welcomed back with open arms."
Warrington are currently heading into round three of the Super 8s off the back of a win against Wakefield.
