Wakefield Trinity chase Wigan Warriors forward ahead of Super League return
Wakefield Trinity is negotiating a deal to recruit Harvey Makin, a young forward for the Wigan Warriors.
According to Rugby League Live, discussions have been place between the two clubs over a loan agreement that would see the prop begin the season with the newly promoted team.
As Wakefield finalizes their roster in preparation for their Super League comeback, they feel they need an additional prop to provide them the depth they need to withstand the demands of the season.
Makin, a 21-year-old middle who played his first Super League game last year while on loan with the London Broncos, has drawn their attention as a result.
Makin made 16 appearances in the second division while playing for the Bradford Bulls and Barrow Raiders in the Championship, in addition to playing six times for the Broncos the previous season.
In 2024, Makin effectively had his first full season as a first-grade player, even though he played for three different clubs.
Those performances have caught the eye of Wakefield, who have now moved to secure his services for the start of next season. As it stands, a deal has yet to be finalised but there is an expectation from all involved that an arrangement will be reached once the festive period is over.
The Wakefield manager believes that more competition for spots in the middle unit is essential as they get ready to return to the top flight, so that will add another piece to Daryl Powell’s puzzle.
Mike McMeeken, Ky Rodwell, Caleb Hamlin-Uele, Renouf Atoni, Matty Storton, Luke Bain, Mathieu Cozza, and Isaac Shaw are among Wakefield’s current possibilities in that field.
However, Makin looks set to provide Powell with another option at the start of next season, with discussions expected to wrap up in the next few weeks.
Wigan have yet to debut Makin but have high hopes for the youngster.
With the club’s middle unit currently injury-free, allowing Makin to head out on loan can ensure he gets first-team opportunities to aid his development while he waits for his opportunity at the Brick Community Stadium.
