League: The Warriors' Center Anthony Gelling is preparing to leave after signing a two-year contract with Widnes

Anthony Gelling is expected to leave the Warriors at the end of the season and return to the Super League after signing a two-year contract with Widnes.

The Vikings announced overnight that the former Wigan Grand Final and the World Club The winning center will win the club for the 2019 season.

The 27-year-old player is joined to the Warriors just before the kickoff of the NRL season, but had very few opportunities to make six appearances for Stephen Kearney. 19659002] After joining the wing and attempting a try in Cronulla's short defeat last week, Gelling will face the Warriors' reserve category in the Intrust Super Premiership match against Wentworthville in the North. Harbor Stadium

. in discussions with the Warriors about extending his time in New Zealand but he was told that he was free to pursue more lucrative offers in England.

"I'm thrilled to join Widnes Vikings," said Gelling The Viking Site.

"Looking at the talent of the club, its re-signed players, and the young guys passing by, I believe the Vikings have real potential for the coming seasons." By signing this deal, I am have spoken at length to James Rule, the club's CEO, who has shared the club's vision for the coming seasons and I am very pleased to have the opportunity to participate.

" Widnes Vikings had a tough season this year, but I know we can turn the tide. I am looking forward to joining the boys next year in 2019 and making a difference on the side

"I know from experience that the Vikings have brilliant supporters and I can not wait to get out in front of them. year I am grateful to everyone who continues to be behind the boys this year and who is looking forward to wearing black and white next season. "

Widnes Interim Head Coach, Francis Cummins, was delighted that the club managed to catch the center 19659012] "Anthony is a great signing for the club," said Cummins.

"We worked very hard to find a player of caliber who will improve our team, and I believe that Anthony is this type of player.

"Anthony was one of our best targets, as we planned for next season, and James Rule had a regular conversation with him over the last few months to help pass on This agreement."

"Anthony has a" X factor "about him, with the ability to produce something from scratch in a way that few in the modern game can replicate. quality are scarce and we are delighted that it will represent our club. "

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