Warrington Wolves boss Daryl Powell hailed “international class” Matty Ashton after the England winger signed a new deal until the end of 2026.
The 24-year-old has been in terrific form again this season, scoring seven tries in ten games for the Betfred Super League high-fliers. He also made his Test debut in England’s 64-0 win against France at Halliwell Jones Stadium on Saturday and securing his services long-term was one of Powell’s prime aims. Ashton has amassed 35 tries in just 54 appearances since being plucked from part-timers Swinton Lions in 2020.
Having alredy tied down England captain George Williams and Kangaroos prop Paul Vaughan to new contracts, Powell said: “It’s fantastic news that Matty has agreed to extend his deal at the club. I had full belief at the start of last year that he would become an international winger of the future and he has started this season in international quality form. He’s a fantastic person as well as a quality player. I’ve no doubt he will be a massive fans favourite for many years to come.”
He won the club’s Player of the Year, Players’ Player of the Year and Young Player of the Year accolades last season and has carried on in that form this time around. Ashton admitted: “I’m absolutely buzzing to have agreed a new deal. This club has done a lot for me during my time here and I want to repay that trust.
“The club is really trying to build something over these next couple of years and you can see that with the players we’ve signed and retained. I feel like I’ve been a lot more consistent in my own performances this season and feel like there’s a lot more growth in my game too. I need to keep working hard everyday and enjoying being a part of this group and environment. I’m very happy being at this club and want to bring success.”
