Tonight's Swansea City news as Wrexham's position on O'Brien revealed and new centre-back linked
Tonight's Swansea City news as Wrexham's position on O'Brien revealed and new centre-back linked
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Here's your round-up of all the latest Swansea City news for Friday, May 16.
Wrexham yet to move for O'Brien
Wrexham have not yet shown an interest in former Swansea City loanee Lewis O'Brien, WalesOnline understands.
Reports elsewhere had claimed the midfielder was a target for the Championship new boys, who are looking to refresh their squad on the back of a third consecutive promotion. Sign up to the Swansea City WhatsApp service to get breaking news and top stories sent to your phone
But while a number of second-tier sides have shown an interest in the 26-year-old, it's understood Wrexham are not one of them at this stage.
Spanish giants Valencia are, however, firmly in the mix, and competition for O'Brien's signature is still likely to be fierce this summer, with his exploits on loan with the Swans catching plenty of attention.
Swansea would certainly be keen on bringing him back should a deal become possible.
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However, at the time of writing, they have not yet made any sort of move to seal what would be a hugely popular reunion next season.
Swans eye Santos
Swansea City are reportedly among a number of clubs keeping tabs on free agent Ricardo Santos.
The 29-year-old recently left League One side Bolton Wanderers after coming to the end of his current deal, having made 25 league appearances for the club last season.
According to Football Insider's Peter O'Rourke, Swansea one of several sides to have shown an interest in taking him on a free transfer, but could face competition from Sheffield Wednesday and Derby County.
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The Swans are likely to be in the market for a centre-back this summer after the departure of Hannes Delcroix, who's returned to parent club Burnley after a six-month loan spell.
The club also remain in discussions with Harry Darling over a possible new deal. He's yet to offer any indication over his intentions at this stage, with Championship new boys Birmingham City and Wrexham understood to have emerged as possible options.
Watford poised to clinch Kyprianou deal
Watford are reportedly close to confirming a move for former Swansea City target Hector Kyprianou.
The midfielder was the subject of a failed bid from the Swans in January, and has now left Peterborough United as a free agent this summer.
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It's not clear whether he was earmarked as a potential target this time around, but the Watford Observer has now claimed that a move for the outgoing Posh captain could even be completed later today. Sign up to our Swansea City newsletter here
Kyprianou confirmed he would be moving on two days ago, posting on social media: "Walking through the door 3 years ago, I couldn't have wished for a better time. We've shared some unbelievable memories together that will stay with me forever. We've had some amazing derby wins, reached the playoffs twice, won two trophies at Wembley, of which, one was the best day of my life. I've also had the privilege to captain the club, and I'll be forever grateful.
"To the gaffer, the staff, the players and everyone behind the scenes, I want to say thank you for all the help and support you've given me during my time. "And to you posh fans, thank you for the love you've given me from day one. It's never gone unnoticed. We've created a special bond which will stay with me. "I want to wish you all nothing but success in the future, and will hopefully see you all again soon!"
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