Salford Red Devils are believed to be preparing a bid for England forward Brett Ferres after he was transfer-listed by Huddersfield Giants.

After starring in England’s Test series victory over New Zealand last month, the 29-year-old was suspended by the Giants for ‘conduct away from the club’ and an internal investigation was launched.

But the Giants have now concluded that investigation and ruled that the player can go.

“That suspension has been lifted and Mr Ferres disciplined in line with company policy,” a club spokesperson explained.

“Mr Ferres has also been transfer-listed.”

The 29-year-old second-rower is known to interest Salford Red Devils, with director of rugby Tim Sheens refusing to rule out a swoop when asked earlier this month.

At the time, with Ferres’ situation still unclear, Sheens said: “That decision will be made by Huddersfield and the kid himself.

“From all accounts everyone’s the same with him as they were with Sam Burgess, it comes down to what he decides.

“We still have room within the cap to bring in a couple of quality players. If and when they become available, we will be after them.”

If Salford do lodge a bid, they are expected to face competition from both Hull sides for the former Bradford, Wakefield and Castleford star, who has also been linked to the NRL’s Sydney Roosters – where England coach Steve McNamara is assistant coach.

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