Super League news: Wakefield sign Warrington forward Ben Harrison on loan

Wakefield have signed Warrington's long-serving forward Ben Harrison on loan to the end of the season, although he will not be able to play against his parent club in next week's Challenge Cup semi-final.

Cumbrian Harrison, 28, has made 211 appearances for the Wolves since joining them in 2005 but has been sidelined this year after undergoing surgery on his knee, wrist and ankle.

He will join Trinity with immediate effect and help provide cover following the loss of front-row forwards Chris Annakin and former Warrington team-mate Anthony England with season-ending injuries.

Wakefield coach Chris Chester said: "I am pleased that I have been able to secure Ben on loan.

"With the losses of Anthony England, who is out for the year, Tom Johnstone and Mika Simon, I needed to strengthen the squad.

"Ben brings a wealth of experience to the side. He will be a great asset to the club and I look forward to working with him."

Wakefield beat Friday's transfer deadline to register their latest recruit but he will not be able to play against Warrington, either in the semi-final or the Super 8s.