Sam Burgess: Warrington Wolves coach to join team in Las Vegas after being given US visa
Warrington Wolves head coach Sam Burgess will join the Las Vegas team on Wednesday and receive a visa to enter the United States.
Burgess No flying on Sunday He awaits liquidation into the country before his team’s Super League match against Wigan Warriors.
The 36-year-old, who had a visa issue, reportedly visited the U.S. Embassy in London to promptly approve his application at the Allegiant Stadium on Saturday.
Assistant coach Martin Gleeson told BBC radio Merseyside: “It’s a huge reward. There was some uncertainty earlier this week, but he’s on the way now and he’s here tonight.”
“We don’t have training day today, but when we link with Penrith, he will be back to plan tomorrow’s meetings and the rest of the week will be doing normally.
“This is good news for Sam, the club and the game.”
Despite uncertainty over whether Burges will be able to join the team, Gleason said it did not affect their preparations.
“It’s something we can’t control, and the lads are just starting to work. That’s the essence of it, we have that mentality.”
“I’m not sure if the lads are fully aware that he’ll be here tonight, but we know he’s likely to be able to come over mid-week and everything is gone in the plan, so the lads will buzz.”
