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Alan Curtis
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<< Michael Obafemi thanked Russell Martin for his man management following interest from Burnley during the summer transfer window.
The Swans rejected numerous bids from the Clarets for the Republic of Ireland international - who was subsequently omitted from the matchday squads against Queens Park Rangers and Sheffield United.
He has since been re-integrated into the side and has played a key role in Swansea's surge up the Championship table. And Obafemi has opened up on the talks he held with head coach Martin at a point where Vincent Kompany's side showed strong interest in the frontman.
“Obviously it was a difficult situation but I spoke to Russ, I spoke to Jake [Silverstein, club director] and ultimately the best thing for me was to be here," he explained.
“I was out of the team which was a bit annoying and I was frustrated by that but I just wanted to work hard and help the team out. I know what I can do with my ability so I just wanted to make sure I could apply that with the team and help them win games.
“Russell’s helped me out a lot, his man management has been amazing. Sometimes I think it’s a bit harsh in the moment but he’s been absolutely amazing. He knows the way I work and I know the way he works now, so we’ve got a brilliant relationship.
“For me, it’s massive. If I feel welcomed in and we have a good connection, I feel that’s the way to get the best out of me. We’ve definitely got a good relationship.”
The Swans rejected numerous bids from the Clarets for the Republic of Ireland international - who was subsequently omitted from the matchday squads against Queens Park Rangers and Sheffield United.
He has since been re-integrated into the side and has played a key role in Swansea's surge up the Championship table. And Obafemi has opened up on the talks he held with head coach Martin at a point where Vincent Kompany's side showed strong interest in the frontman.
“Obviously it was a difficult situation but I spoke to Russ, I spoke to Jake [Silverstein, club director] and ultimately the best thing for me was to be here," he explained.
“I was out of the team which was a bit annoying and I was frustrated by that but I just wanted to work hard and help the team out. I know what I can do with my ability so I just wanted to make sure I could apply that with the team and help them win games.
“Russell’s helped me out a lot, his man management has been amazing. Sometimes I think it’s a bit harsh in the moment but he’s been absolutely amazing. He knows the way I work and I know the way he works now, so we’ve got a brilliant relationship.
“For me, it’s massive. If I feel welcomed in and we have a good connection, I feel that’s the way to get the best out of me. We’ve definitely got a good relationship.”
