Rugby League Superstar Tom Johnstone Rejoins Wakefield Trinity on Four-Year Deal
In a major coup for Wakefield Trinity, the club has secured the return of former player Tom Johnstone on a four-year contract. Johnstone, a prolific winger and current England international, will join the team in 2025 after leaving Super League side Catalans Dragons.
Wakefield’s Long-Term Rebuilding Plan
The signing of Johnstone follows Wakefield’s recent acquisition of Mike McMeeken, another high-profile player, further bolstering their roster as part of the club’s long-term plan to establish themselves as one of the sport’s elite teams. Recruitment manager Ste Mills emphasized the importance of this long-term approach, stating that the goal is not a short-term project but a strategic rebuild to propel Wakefield Trinity into the top echelons of Super League.
“The goal is not a short-term project but a strategic rebuild to propel Wakefield Trinity into the top echelons of Super League.”
- Ste Mills, Wakefield Trinity Recruitment Manager
Johnstone’s Homecoming and Wakefield’s Ambition
Johnstone, who made 115 appearances for Wakefield before his move to the south of France, where he reached the Grand Final, has now chosen to return to his boyhood club, drawn by the lure of home and the club’s ambitious vision. Wakefield’s owner, Matt Ellis, has invested heavily in the team, and the signing of Johnstone and McMeeken is a clear indication of the club’s intent to challenge for top honors in the coming years.
Exciting Times Ahead for Wakefield Trinity
Wakefield Trinity’s head of recruitment, Ste Mills, has promised signings that will “ignite” Super League, and the return of Johnstone, a prolific try-scorer for both club and country, is certainly a statement of intent. With the recruitment for the 2025 season well underway, fans of Wakefield Trinity can look forward to an exciting and competitive team that aims to make a significant impact in the league.
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