Swans will only sign those who will 'genuinely improve' them

Swansea City chairman Andy Coleman says they aim to only sign in the transfer window players "who will genuinely improve our first team".

His statement came in the wake of a chastening 3-0 south Wales derby defeat in the Championship at Cardiff City last weekend.

In the programme for Tuesday's visit of Sheffield United to Swansea.com Stadium Coleman writes: As we navigate the January transfer window, I want to acknowledge the challenges it presents.

"Every club is looking to strengthen their squad, but at the same time, no club wants to lose key players. This makes it a very difficult window to navigate and get right.

"We only want to sign players who will genuinely improve our first team, which means we have to be absolutely sure about the targets we are pursuing.

"Rest assured, we are working diligently to try and make the best decisions for the team and the club's future."

Coleman also backed Luke Williams' side to bounce back from defeat by the Bluebirds.

"It is in these challenging moments that our true character is revealed, and I have every confidence that our team will respond with determination," Coleman states.

"Our focus now is on recovering and demonstrating the resilience that has defined our season so far.

"Sheffield United will present a tough challenge, but I believe in our players and coaching staff to rise to the occasion and deliver a performance that makes us all proud."