Russell Martin makes admission about Jamie Paterson’s situation at Swansea

Russell Martin has revealed his frustration at those driving the Jamie Paterson situation and hopes to see a resolution soon so he can plan his squad. 

Paterson’s contract situation has been ongoing since the turn of the year and the playmaker hasn’t been involved in the team since mid-December.

Paterson was left unhappy with Swansea triggering his contract as he is reportedly one of the lowest earners in the squad and thought an improved contract would be a reward for his consistent performances earlier this season.

However, it seems an impasse has been hit on the situation with Paterson’s future up in the air, leaving Russell Martin frustrated.

He told media after the Hull defeat: “This situation is only hurting him and us. The people who are really driving it, it’s not hurting them. It’ll be resolved in three days and I can’t wait for the window to shut.”

His impact is clearly missed within the side as the lack of creativity was laid bare in Swansea’s defeat to Hull City, with striker Joel Piroe struggling with a lack of chances at his disposal, something Martin is keen to address: “If he [Paterson] leaves, we have to replace him. He’s been a big loss for us with the creativity he brings.

“We need some help at the top end of the pitch where we’ve created so many chances in the last four or five games and we haven’t scored enough goals. So I think it’s really clear.

“Pato being out has really hurt us. We have to be relentless in our pursuit for the vision of the team that we want, otherwise what’s the point?”

Following that defeat to Hull, Swansea remain 17th in the Championship table, 12 points clear of the relegation zone, having won just once in their last eight games.

The Verdict

Russell Martin’s frustration is