Phil Sumbler

Been watching the Swans since the very late 1970s and running the Planet Swans website (in all its current and previous guises since the summer of 2001 As it stood JackArmy.net was right at the forefront of some of the activity against Tony Petty back in 2001, breaking many of the stories of the day as fans stood against the actions where the local media failed. Was involved with the Swans Supporters Trust from 2005, for the large part as Chairman before standing down in the summer of 2020.

What does January hold for Steven Benda – could he head to MK Dons?

Whilst there is much speculation around the arrival of a new goalkeeper at the Swansea.com stadium the future of Steven Benda seems less clear with the goalkeeper looking set to be relegated to third choice, something which he is reported as not being willing to accept. It is therefore anticipated…
Monday, 3 January 2022, 8:30

Will Man Utd transfer decision force a tactical re-think?

The Swans surprise this weekend at the recall of Ethan Laird by Manchester United could force a tactical re-think but certainly gives Russell Martin something to think about at the front end of the transfer window and is proof that the best laid plans can often need a change. The…
Monday, 3 January 2022, 7:30

Ethan Laird recalled by Man Utd to join Bournemouth

The Telegraph is reporting that Ethan Laird will be recalled by Manchester United in advance of a loan move to Bournemouth for the second half of the season. The news will come as a big blow to the Swans and Russell Martin after the on loan defender excelled during the…
Sunday, 2 January 2022, 14:26

Fisher to complete Swans signing from MK Dons by Wednesday?

Speculation increased last night that MK Dons keeper Andy Fisher would complete a move to Swansea this week with one suggestion being that the deal could be completed as early as Wednesday this week. The Swans – and Russell Martin in particular – have been long term fans of the…
Sunday, 2 January 2022, 9:34
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