Martin: I’m not walking away and don’t blame the chairman

Friday, 3 February 2023, 9:38
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Swans boss Russell Martin says walking away from the club after deadline day was never a thought of his as he spoke for the first time this morning following that dreadful transfer window.

Fans across social media were suggesting that the former Norwich defender could leave his position after the owners failed to support the squad with additions in January.

But Martin remains happy with his job and looks to create a siege mentality for the rest of the season although his comments don’t exactly paint the best picture about exactly what is going on behind the scenes ar Swansea City.

Talking specifically about the failed deal for Karlan Grant which would have made him the beat paid player in SA1, he told Wales Online:

“I don’t know the financial details, thatโ€™s not my job, but that wasnโ€™t the plan.

“We didnโ€™t work on him for four or five weeks. I’m pretty sure that wasnโ€™t anyoneโ€™s plan to pay that player that much.

“Thatโ€™s not how we work. A lot more players were discussed that were far better value.

“By the time Josh and Julian take it to Jason, and I speak to Steve and Jake regularly, I don’t speak to Jason as much.

“He deals with Josh and Julian. They offer a lot of support. By the time we deliver something we feel is good for the club, so much hard work has gone into it.

“Josh and Julian I donโ€™t think can be held accountable. Thatโ€™s not me blaming anyone, thatโ€™s me being really honest with you.

“I donโ€™t think we have any other choice but to be honest.”

Much to ponder.

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Rob Davies

East Stand season ticket holder since 2007 and a small part of Planet Swans since 2021.

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