Burnham 'watching Salford situation closely'
Financial problems already plagued the club before a consortium, led by businessman Dario Berta, bought Salford on the eve of the season, with the Red Devils asking for an advance on 2025's funding late last year.Despite the takeover, however, Salford have continued to struggle financially, while the club's attempt to purchase their Salford Community Stadium home was rejected by the council, who pulled out of negotiations in May.Earlier this week the Red Devils' owners, who have not spoken to the media since their arrival, said that they remained "fully committed", pledged that the club would not close, and said that bridge funding would be "available and settled" by the end of August.Burnham, formerly a president of the Rugby Football League as well as previously being honorary chairman of Leigh Leopards, said that he is prepared to work alongside Salford city mayor Paul Dennett to support the club if necessary."All I can say is that Paul and I will do every single thing we can to protect one of the most historic names, not just in rugby league but in sport as a whole," Burnham added."Our commitment is there. Obviously we can't just conjure up the funding, but from both of us, we massively recognise the role of rugby league in Salford and Greater Manchester and we can't let a proud name like this be left to rot."We will do everything we can and pull out all of the stops to support Salford as they go forward from here."
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