Swansea City announce fourth summer signing as Sorinola reveals lofty ambitions

Swansea City have completed the signing of Matthew Sorinola from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.

The 21-year-old joins the Swans on a season-long loan deal from the Belgian club. Head coach Russell Martin is a firm admirer of the left wing-back - who can also operate on the right flank - having worked with him at his previous club MK Dons.

Sorinola becomes Swansea's fourth summer signing following the captures of Harry Darling, Nathan Wood and Wasiri Williams.

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"I know the style of play, I know how the players play and I know what Russ the manager wants so it was perfect really," said Sorinola after joining the Swans.

"I just like to be on the ball, I like to deliver, get crosses in and take people on. I like to express myself and have fun."

And on his aims at the club, Sorinola said: "Get to the Prem [Premier League]. That's the goal, that's the aim. Why not, I think it's possible so let's go for it."

Sorinola made 43 appearances under Martin for MK Dons during the 2020/21 season before sealing a move to Belgium last summer. He signed a three-year deal with the club, meaning he still has two seasons left to run on his contract with the Brussels outfit.

Meanwhile, Swansea remain keen to strike a deal to re-sign Joe Allen. The midfielder is now a free agent after leaving Stoke City and has attracted transfer interest from numerous clubs. ( You can read the full update on the midfielder here.)

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