Wigan Sign Stuart Fielden

Wigan Warriors have today signed Great Britain International Prop Forward Stuart Fielden from Bradford Bulls for an undisclosed fee. Fielden has agreed terms until the end of 2010.

Stuart will train with the team this morning and will go straight into the squad for Friday's engage Super League clash at the JJB Stadium against Warrington Wolves.

Speaking about the news Head Coach Brian Noble said,

"We are thrilled to have signed Stuart, he is a world class player and is a fabulous addition to our squad. This signing again shows the quality of individual we want to bring to this club and sends out a real message. Stuart is a tough tackling no nonsense player with a great work ethic."

Stuart Fielden said,

"This a great opportunity for me and I jumped at the chance to work with Brian Noble once more. I have had a great time at Bradford and would like to thank everyone at the club. This is a new challenge for me and one I am looking forward to. Despite the current position Wigan are a huge club with an exciting future."

Chairman Maurice Lindsay added,

"We are delighted to have captured a player of Stuart's ability. We have worked honestly and transparently with Bradford and the deal was concluded late last night. A substantial undisclosed fee is involved."

Click here to listen to Fielden's first interview as a Wigan player.

Fielden will make his debut in Friday's huge local derby with Warrington Wolves at the JJB Stadium. Tickets are now on sale from the JJB Stadium Ticket Office, Wolfware at Warrington, on the Ticket Hotline on 0870 11-22-552 and online by [clicking here].