Veteran Stars Liam Farrell and Willie Isa, Along with Emerging Talents, Set for Crucial Contract Talks in 2025.
Wigan Warriors, fresh off their historic quadruple-winning season, are already looking ahead to the 2025 campaign — but there are crucial contract decisions looming for several key players. With most of the squad secured on long-term deals, the club faces the challenge of negotiating with seven players whose contracts expire at the end of 2025.
Among them are two Super League legends, Liam Farrell and Willie Isa, whose long and storied careers at the club could be nearing their end. Farrell, now 35, and Isa, 36, have collectively made almost 600 appearances for the Warriors, and any movement regarding their futures will surely grab the attention of Wigan’s loyal fanbase. While Isa battled a long-term injury in 2024, Farrell almost missed the Grand Final due to illness, yet both players remain integral to the squad’s leadership.
Also on the list are some up-and-coming talents who could play crucial roles in Wigan’s future. Young forwards like Jacob Douglas and Tom Forber, both signed through 2025, have shown promise, while Sam Eseh Jr, despite limited first-team action in 2024, has an option year that could see him stay beyond 2025.
Meanwhile, Adam Keighran, a recent 2024 signing, has proven to be a standout with his impressive kicking game, easing the pressure on Harry Smith. His contributions have made him a key figure in the Warriors’ success, and Wigan will surely want to secure him long-term.
Liam Byrne, another player fighting for more game time in a crowded pack, could also become a desirable target for other Super League clubs if he decides to test the market.
With the 2025 season on the horizon, Wigan must make some important decisions about these seven players, each of whom has contributed in their own way to the Warriors’ remarkable run of success.
