Keighley Cougars have escaped attempts to have the club shut down but now look set to go into administration.
The club had winding-up proceedings adjourned for 49 days in a hearing at London’s High Court after applying to go into administration.
A hearing on Friday, December 18 will determine the success of their application.
Winding-up proceedings were brought against the club when they were unable to reach agreement with HM Revenue and Customs over an unpaid tax bill.
Should the Cougars go into administration, it would almost certainly mean they start the new campaign in the Co-operative Championship with a points deduction.
General manager Helen Carter said: "We are still exploring every avenue available to us but we need to take precautions to safeguard the future of the club. I feel confident that the club will continue to strive for success both on and off the field."
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