Chris Hankinson is set to take up a deal with Toulouse Olympique following his release from Wigan. The Warriors confirmed the departure of the centre on Monday evening, despite having another year to run on his deal.
Hankinson, a goal-kicker, joined the club from Swinton Lions midway through 2018. He was loaned out to Championship club London Broncos last season where he made an impression, and while he was expected to return to Wigan this year, he has now been released from his contract.
The 27-year-old is now set to make the move to the newly-promoted French club, ending their near two-year pursuit of the outside back.
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