Leigh Leopards can confirm the signing of Ryan Brown on a two-year contract from Wigan Warriors.

Brown, 19, is an England Academy international prop forward who has come up through the scholarship and academy ranks with Wigan, He gained valuable first team experience playing in the Championship and League One in 2024.

Leopards’ head of rugby Chris Chester said: “Ryan really impressed playing for the academy and reserves at Wigan. He’s a no-nonsense front rower who plays big minutes.

“With Ryan’s chances at Wigan limited I’m delighted to hand him an opportunity with Leigh Leopards in 2025.”

Warrington born Brown signed scholarship forms with Wigan in 2019 and featured for England Academy against France in 2023. At the start of this season, he scored two tries for Wigan in a warmup game at Midlands Hurricanes.

Brown played for Wigan Reserves in their 50-36 win over Leopards Reserves at Sutton Park in April and went on to make three appearances for the ‘Canes on dual registration in 2024.

He also enjoyed an extended loan spell at Barrow Raiders, playing eleven Championship games for Paul Crarey’s side.

Ryan Brown is available to sponsor by contacting commercial@leighrl.co.uk